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Mayhew / Wandsworth Prison
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Mayhew / Wandsworth Prison
Built in 1851 and originally called the Surrey House of Correction. This picture shows the adult school in the chapel on the separate system
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1851 1862 Adult Called Chapel Correction L Aw Mayhew Originally Prison Prisons Separate Surrey System Wandsworth
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This evocative photograph, taken in 1862, captures the adult school in the chapel of Mayhew and Wandsworth Prison in London, England. Originally built in 1851 and originally known as the Surrey House of Correction, this historic prison has a rich and complex history. At the time of this image, the prison had adopted the separate system, a reformative approach that aimed to isolate inmates from each other in an effort to reduce violence and promote rehabilitation. The adult school in the chapel was a key component of this system, providing education and skills training to inmates to help them reintegrate into society upon their release. The chapel itself is a grand, imposing structure, with tall, arched windows and intricate stonework. The adult school can be seen in the foreground, with rows of desks and chairs arranged neatly in the dimly lit space. The inmates, dressed in prison uniforms, can be seen intently focused on their studies, with a teacher standing at the front of the room. Despite the efforts of the separate system and the adult school, conditions in Mayhew and Wandsworth Prison were often harsh and inhumane. Overcrowding, poor sanitation, and inadequate food led to widespread disease and suffering. The prison was also notorious for its use of physical punishment and solitary confinement. Today, Mayhew and Wandsworth Prison stands as a testament to the complex history of criminal justice in Britain. While the separate system and adult education programs represented progressive reforms for their time, they also highlight the ongoing challenges and debates surrounding the role of prisons in society and the best ways to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism.
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