1. The name ‘Chelsea’ was probably derived from the Old English word ‘ceoland’, meaning ‘landing place for chalk or
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.
2. Originally, Chelsea was a small rural village where people grew crops and kept
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.
3. In the 19th century, grand
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emerged across Chelsea and its reputation as an affluent district solidified.
4. Its residents soon included writers, artists and other intellectuals, such as the Irish poet and
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Oscar Wilde.
5. At Chelsea Physic Garden, you can visit the oldest
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garden in Europe specialising in alpine and Mediterranean plants.
6. The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a retirement home and
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home for about 300 veterans of the British Army.
7. The resident veterans are known as the Chelsea
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.
8. The National Army Museum documents the history of British
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forces.
9. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is held on the
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of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
10. The show’s important themes include
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, accessibility and the positive powers of plants.