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Brushmakers Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Brushmakers shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway. As well as accommodation, the boys were given training to equip them to earn their own living
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1. Title: Brushmakers at Work in Thomas Barnardo's Home, Stepney Causeway, East London, 1870-1910 2.. This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Thomas Barnardo's Home for Destitute Boys, located at 18-26 Stepney Causeway in East London. Established in 1870, this charitable institution was founded by the visionary philanthropist, Dr. Thomas Barnardo, to provide shelter, housing, and essential skills training for homeless and impoverished boys. In this image, we see a group of boys intently focused on their work at a long, wooden bench, meticulously crafting brushes. The room is filled with the hum of industry and the scent of new bristles. The boys, dressed in simple, uniform attire, are engrossed in their tasks, their faces reflecting a sense of purpose and determination. The conditions at the Barnardo's Home were designed to instill discipline, hard work, and self-reliance. The boys were not only provided with a roof over their heads and nutritious meals but were also given the opportunity to learn valuable skills that would enable them to earn their living once they left the home. The photograph, taken between 1870 and 1910, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the boys at the Barnardo's Home during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It is a poignant reminder of the challenging living conditions that many children faced during this period and the vital role that charities like Barnardo's played in providing essential support and opportunities for those in need. This photograph is an invaluable historical document, offering insights into the philanthropic efforts of Dr. Thomas Barnardo and the importance of charities in addressing poverty, homelessness, and the need for education and employment opportunities for children in East London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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