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Church Army emergency accommodation, London
Men try to sleep on narrow benches at a Church Army emergency accommodation shelter in London. The Church Army was founded in 1882 by the Rev Wilson Carlile, an evangelist for the Church of England, initially working amongst the poor and needy in the Westminster area of London
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1882 Accommodation Anglican Area Bench Benches Carlile Charitable Charity Discomfort Emergency Evangelist Founded Homeless Homelessness Narrow Needy Poor Poverty Shelter Sleep Sleeping Uncomfortable Westminster Wilson Workhouse Workhouses
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This poignant photograph captures a moment of respite for a group of men at a Church Army emergency accommodation shelter in London during the 1930s. The Church Army, founded in 1882 by the Reverend Wilson Carlile, began as an Anglican evangelistic movement working amongst the poor and needy in the Westminster area of London. By the 1930s, the organization had expanded to provide emergency housing and shelter for those experiencing poverty and homelessness. The image shows men attempting to find comfort on narrow benches, their weary faces etched with the signs of hardship and discomfort. The cramped quarters of the shelter are a stark contrast to the grandeur of the Victorian architecture that surrounds it. The men's clothing, reminiscent of the 1880s, further emphasizes the historical context of this scene. The Church Army's work during this period was a crucial response to the social and economic challenges of the 1930s. The organization's commitment to providing emergency accommodation and support to those in need was a testament to the enduring spirit of charitable giving and compassion. Despite the uncomfortable conditions, the men in this photograph are able to find a temporary reprieve from the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Church Army's work and the ongoing challenges of poverty and homelessness in London and beyond. The Reverend Wilson Carlile's legacy continues to inspire and motivate those working to alleviate suffering and provide support to those in need.
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