Bakery, Wormwood Scrubs Prison, West London
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Bakery, Wormwood Scrubs Prison, West London
Scene in the bakery at Wormwood Scrubs Prison, West London. Prisoners are making bread under the supervision of the prison cook who wears a chefs overalls and hat. A large mound of dough is on the table. The prison was opened as a convict prison in 1883 then used as a local prison from 1890
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1883 Bakery Baking Bread Chef Convict Cook Crime Dough Inmates L Aw Learning Mound Overalls Prison Prisoners Punishment Scrubs Skills Supervision Supervisor Wormwood
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the late 1800s and early 1900s at Wormwood Scrubs Prison in West London, where the scene inside the prison bakery tells a unique story of rehabilitation and skill-building. In this historical photograph, prisoners are seen diligently working under the watchful eye of a prison cook, dressed in traditional chefs' overalls and hat. A large mound of dough sits on the table, ready to be shaped and baked into loaves. Wormwood Scrubs Prison, opened as a convict prison in 1883, has a rich history that spans over a century. By the 1890s, the prison transitioned into a local prison, focusing on the reformation and education of its inmates. The bakery was one of many workshops and vocational training programs designed to teach valuable skills and instill discipline, providing inmates with a sense of purpose and the opportunity to contribute to the prison community. The image captures a moment of collaboration and learning, as the prisoners work together to create fresh bread, a staple food item that was essential to the daily lives of the prison population. The act of baking not only provided sustenance but also served as a therapeutic and educational experience. The prisoners' focused expressions and the cook's attentive supervision demonstrate the importance of discipline, teamwork, and the value of acquiring new skills, even within the walls of a prison. This photograph is a testament to the transformative power of education and the belief that every individual, regardless of their past, deserves the opportunity to learn and grow. The bakery at Wormwood Scrubs Prison stands as a symbol of hope and the potential for change, offering a glimpse into the history of prison reform and the evolution of rehabilitation programs.
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