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Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, London - Wheelwrights Sh
Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, London. Boys at work using a variety of tools in the wheelwrights shop
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© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Barnardos Causeway Orphan Orphanage Orphans Stepney Tools Variety Welfare Wheelwrights Childrens
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Day at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, London: Boys Engaged in Wheelwrights Work" This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, London, circa late 19th or early 20th century. Barnardos, an iconic children's charity founded by Dr. Thomas Barnardo in 1867, provided care, education, and shelter for orphaned, abandoned, and destitute children. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the boys residing at the Stepney Causeway home, specifically those engaged in the wheelwrights shop. The boys in the photograph display a range of expressions, from intense focus to playful banter, as they work with an array of tools. The wheelwrights shop, a vital part of the home's industrial training program, taught boys essential skills in carpentry and wheelmaking. The boys are seen using a variety of tools, including hammers, chisels, saws, and planes, to shape, repair, and create wheels. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of the transformative impact of Barnardos on the lives of disadvantaged children. The organization's commitment to providing a nurturing environment, education, and vocational training helped shape the futures of countless children, enabling them to become productive members of society. This image serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Barnardos and its mission to improve the lives of children in need. The photograph's composition, with its natural lighting and dynamic arrangement of the boys and their tools, invites the viewer to connect with the scene and reflect on the resilience and determination of these young individuals. This print is a valuable historical record of the crucial role that charities like Barnardos have played in shaping the lives of generations of children.
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