Union Workhouse, Bailieborough, County Cavan, Ireland
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Union Workhouse, Bailieborough, County Cavan, Ireland
A group of male inmates at the Bailieborough Union workhouse, County Cavan, Ireland. The men are in the workhouse dining hall with their food, probably porridge, being served in a feeding trough containing a portion for each, eaten while standing
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Basic Bench Catering Cavan Dining Feeding Inmates L Aw Plain Poor Porridge Poverty Trough Workhouse Workhouses 1895
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the daily life of the Bailieborough Union Workhouse in County Cavan, Ireland, during the 1890s. The image shows a group of male inmates gathered in the workhouse dining hall, each man standing at a long, plain table, with a feeding trough before them. The trough contains their meager rations of porridge, a basic and monotonous food that was a common feature of the Irish workhouse system. The Union Workhouse in Bailieborough was established during the Victorian era as a response to poverty and destitution, particularly during periods of famine and economic hardship. The workhouse system was designed to provide a basic level of care and support for the destitute, in exchange for hard labor and adherence to strict rules and regulations. The men in this photograph appear somber and resigned as they eat their meals, standing rather than sitting at a table. This was a common practice in workhouses, as it allowed for more efficient feeding and supervision of large numbers of inmates. The benches and tables are plain and functional, reflecting the basic and utilitarian nature of the workhouse system. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past, providing a powerful reminder of the harsh realities of poverty and destitution in Ireland during the late 19th century. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who endured the hardships of the workhouse system, and serves as an important historical record of a significant period in Irish history.
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