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Quarries, Portland Prison, Dorset
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Quarries, Portland Prison, Dorset
Portland Prison, Dorset, opened in 1848 as a public works prison for convicts who were employed in quarries in the area. This view shows small groups of men cutting stone by hand while prison officers watch over them. The stone is taken away on railway wagons
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1840s 1848 Conditions Convicts Crime Cutting Dorset Employed Gaol Groups Guards Hard Jail L Aw Labour Portland Prison Punishment Quarries Quarry Supervise Supervision Wagons Watch Watching Officers
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the 1840s at Portland Prison in Dorset, England. Established in 1848, this public works prison was unique in that convicts were employed in the local quarries, providing hard labor for the production of stone that was transported away on railway wagons. In this image, small groups of men can be seen meticulously cutting stone by hand, their faces etched with concentration and determination. Prison officers watch over them closely, ensuring the rules were followed and the work continued efficiently. The conditions in the prison were harsh, with long hours, meager rations, and little respite from the physical demands of the labor. The use of prison labor in the quarries was a common practice during the Victorian era, serving as a form of punishment and rehabilitation for convicts. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the hardships endured by those incarcerated during this period.
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