Photographic Print : Boy Scout Troop from Christchurch Cottage Homes
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Boy Scout Troop from Christchurch Cottage Homes
A troop of boy scouts from the Christchurch Union cottage homes for pauper children. The boys, in scout uniform, sit at their camp site. There is a large hand cart at the centre and two tents visible at the rear. An adult in scout uniform stands by the leftmost tent
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Media ID 4464581
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Adult Camping Christchurch Cottage Country Side Hand Cart Homes Pauper Paupers Poor Poverty Tent Tents Troop Workhouse Workhouses Scout Scouting Scouts
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Boy Scout Troop from Christchurch Cottage Homes" photograph, a timeless image from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative Rights Managed print takes us back in time to a camping trip with a troop of eager Boy Scouts from the Christchurch Union cottage homes for pauper children. The boys, proudly wearing their scout uniforms, sit around their campfire, engrossed in a shared experience that transcends social boundaries. This photograph is not just a beautiful addition to any wall, but a poignant reminder of the enduring power of community and the spirit of adventure. Bring history to life in your home or office with this extraordinary piece from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 22.4cm (14" x 8.8")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of camaraderie and resilience among the Boy Scouts of Christchurch Union cottage homes for pauper children in the late 19th or early 20th century. The scene unfolds in the idyllic countryside, with the boys in their scout uniforms gathered around their camp site. At the center of the image, a large hand cart loaded with supplies stands as a testament to the hard work and determination that went into creating this outdoor retreat. Two tents are visible at the rear, providing shelter for the boys during their time in the great outdoors. An adult scout leader, dressed in uniform, stands by the leftmost tent, overseeing the activities of his young charges. The Christchurch Union cottage homes were part of a network of workhouses and industrial schools established in England to house and educate children who were deemed paupers or orphans. Despite the challenging circumstances of their upbringing, these boys were given the opportunity to experience the joys of scouting and the great outdoors. Scouting, with its emphasis on character development, citizenship, and practical skills, offered these boys a valuable escape from the harsh realities of their daily lives. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of community, perseverance, and the transformative power of the outdoors, even in the most difficult of circumstances. The image transports us back in time to a century past, inviting us to reflect on the history and resilience of those who came before us.
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