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3rd Southern Hospital, Cowley Road, Oxford
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3rd Southern Hospital, Cowley Road, Oxford
A view of the long driveway of the 3rd Southern General Hospital (Cowley Section), Oxford, a First World War military hospital. A soldier in uniform stands at the gate. Out of wartime, the site was the Oxford Incorporation workhouse, opened in 1865 on Cowley Road. It later became the Cowley Road Hospital
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1865 Cowley Drive Drive Way Health L Aw Oxford Poor Poverty Section Southern Workhouse Workhouses 1860s War Time Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the long driveway of the 3rd Southern General Hospital (Cowley Section) in Oxford, as it appeared during the First World War. The image shows a soldier in uniform standing at the gate, guarding the entrance to the hospital. The site of this military hospital once held a different purpose, serving as the Oxford Incorporation workhouse, which opened in 1865 on Cowley Road. The Victorian-era workhouse was designed to provide shelter and relief for the poor, the destitute, and the sick. However, its reputation was far from favorable, as it was known for its harsh living conditions and the stigma attached to those who resided there. As the First World War broke out, the workhouse was repurposed into a military hospital to care for the wounded soldiers. The 3rd Southern General Hospital (Cowley Section) became an essential part of the war effort, providing medical care and support to thousands of soldiers. The long, winding driveway leading up to the hospital's gates speaks to the grandeur and scale of the institution, a stark contrast to its previous use as a workhouse. The soldier standing guard at the gate adds a sense of solemnity and duty, reminding us of the sacrifices made during wartime. Today, the site of the 3rd Southern General Hospital (Cowley Section) is no longer a hospital but has been redeveloped for other uses. However, its history as a workhouse, military hospital, and a symbol of resilience and care for the community remains an important part of Oxford's rich history.
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