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Inmates of John Grooms Orphanage for Maimed and Crippled Girls at Clacton-on-Sea. Groom, a London engraver and evangelical preacher, was concerned for poor and often disabled flower-sellers and in 1866 set up the Watercress and Flower Girls? Christian Mission at Clerkenwell, later based at Hendon and Clacton. Date: Date unknown
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1866 Based Clacton Clerkenwell Concerned Crippled Disabled Engraver Evangelical Groom Grooms Hendon Inmates Mission Orphanage Poor Preacher Sellers Watercress Maimed
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in the history of the Inmates of John Grooms Orphanage for Maimed and Crippled Girls at Clacton-on-Sea. The image shows a group of young girls, some with visible disabilities, seated in a room adorned with flowers and plants. John Grooms, a London engraver and evangelical preacher, established the Watercress and Flower Girls' Christian Mission in 1866, initially in Clerkenwell and later relocating to Hendon and Clacton-on-Sea. Grooms was deeply concerned for the plight of poor and often disabled flower-sellers in the streets of London, and sought to provide them with a safe and nurturing environment. The girls in the photograph appear to be engaged in an activity, perhaps a craft or educational session, under the watchful gaze of their caretakers. The room is filled with natural light, and the girls' expressions suggest a sense of joy and contentment. The presence of flowers and plants throughout the room adds to the sense of warmth and care. John Grooms' mission was an important part of Victorian social history, providing a refuge for girls who were often overlooked and marginalized in society. The Orphanage offered them a chance at education, skills training, and a supportive community, helping to improve their lives and give them a sense of hope and purpose. The exact date of this photograph is unknown, but it serves as a powerful reminder of the compassionate work carried out by John Grooms and the Watercress and Flower Girls' Christian Mission. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and strength of these young girls, and the impact that one person's dedication and empathy can have on the lives of others.
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