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Horton Mental Hospital, Epsom, Surrey
Aerial view of the Horton Mental Hospital at Epsom, Surrey. The hospital opened in 1899 as Horton Asylum, Londons seventh county asylum. From 1915-1918 it operated as the Horton War Hospital and was again a war hospital from 1939-1949. It then became Horton Hospital
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1. Title: A Historical Overview of Horton Mental Hospital, Epsom, Surrey: From County Asylum to War Hospital 2.. This aerial view of Horton Mental Hospital in Epsom, Surrey, offers a glimpse into the rich history of this institution, which opened its doors in 1899 as Horton Asylum, London's seventh county asylum. During the First World War, from 1915 to 1918, the hospital operated as the Horton War Hospital, providing essential medical care for soldiers returning from the battlefields. The hospital's role as a war hospital was reprised during the Second World War, from 1939 to 1949. Prior to its transformation into a hospital, Horton Asylum had a different purpose. In the early 20th century, it was part of the network of workhouses established to provide shelter and care for the poor and destitute. The hospital's history is intertwined with the social and medical developments of the time, reflecting the evolving understanding of mental health and the treatment of those in need. The 1920s marked a significant period in the hospital's history, with the introduction of new approaches to mental health care. By the time of the Second World War, Horton Hospital had become a psychiatric institution, focusing on the treatment and care of patients with mental health conditions. This aerial perspective offers a unique vantage point to appreciate the scale and layout of the hospital grounds, which have undergone numerous changes throughout its history. From its origins as a county asylum to its role as a war hospital during two world wars, Horton Mental Hospital has played a vital role in the medical and social history of Surrey and beyond. This photograph is an intriguing reminder of the past, inviting us to reflect on the evolution of mental health care and the dedication of those who have worked tirelessly to provide compassionate care and support to those in need.
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