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Fire drill, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
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Fire drill, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
A fire drill at the East Harling, Norfolk, branch of the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control, an organisation privately run by the Rev Harold Burden to house feeble minded children. The site, at Kenninghall, was originally the Guiltcross Union workhouse. In 1904 it had become the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, also run by Burden
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1. Title: A Cautious Exercise in Fire Safety: A Fire Drill at the East Harling Branch of NIPRCC, Norfolk, 1914 This evocative photograph captures a fire drill taking place at the East Harling branch of the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control (NIPRCC), located in Norfolk, England, in 1914. The site, formerly known as the Guiltcross Union workhouse and later the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, was privately run by the Reverend Harold Burden, a charitable figure known for his philanthropic endeavors in housing the feeble-minded, the poor, and those in need of care and control. The image reveals a dedicated team of staff and residents engaged in a crucial fire safety drill, an essential practice to ensure the safety and well-being of all those residing on the premises. The Reverend Burden, dressed in a suit and holding a hose pipe, leads the drill with a sense of authority and determination. The residents, some carrying buckets and others standing at attention, follow his instructions attentively. The historical context of this photograph is significant, as it highlights the importance of fire safety measures in charitable institutions during a time when poverty and the need for adequate housing were prevalent issues. The use of hose pipes and buckets demonstrates the rudimentary yet effective means available to address potential fires in the early 20th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the importance of fire safety and the dedication of individuals like the Reverend Burden in providing care and support for those in need. The East Harling branch of NIPRCC, with its rich history as a workhouse, Inebriates Reformatory, and charitable institution, continues to stand as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the community and the essential role of fire safety in protecting the lives and well-being of all.
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