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Blacksmiths Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Blacksmiths shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway. As well as accommodation, the boys were given training to equip them to earn their own living
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of the Blacksmiths Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway in East London, circa 1910. Established in 1870 by the renowned philanthropist, Thomas Barnardo, this home provided shelter and training for destitute boys. The boys, many of whom had endured poverty and homelessness, were given the opportunity to learn valuable skills and earn their own living. Thomas Barnardo, a doctor by trade, believed in the transformative power of education and industry. The Blacksmiths Shop was just one of the many facilities offered by the Home, which included medical care, housing, and employment training. The boys were taught various trades, including metal work, under the watchful eye of experienced smiths. The photograph shows a busy scene, with boys working diligently at their benches, focusing intently on their tasks. The shop was filled with the clanging sounds of hammers on anvils, the smell of hot metal, and the sparks flying as the boys honed their skills. The tools of their trade were laid out neatly on the workbenches, ready for use. The conditions at the Blacksmiths Shop were far removed from the harsh and often dangerous working environments that many of the boys had previously experienced. Instead, they were provided with a safe and supportive environment, where they could learn new skills and gain the confidence to build a better future for themselves. The photograph is a testament to the transformative power of philanthropy and the impact it can have on the lives of those in need.
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