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Duston War Hospital, Northamptonshire
The west wing of the Northampton County Lunatic Asylum in its First World War guise at Duston War Hospital. The building was designed by Robert Griffiths and opened in 1876 on Berrywood Road, Duston, Northampton. The site later became St Crispin Hospital
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10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Duston War Hospital, Northamptonshire" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the West Wing of the Northampton County Lunatic Asylum, transformed during the First World War into Duston War Hospital. Designed by Robert Griffiths and opened in 1876, this historic building at Berrywood Road, Duston, stands as a poignant reminder of the past, offering a unique glimpse into the era's history and architecture. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade photographic prints. Each print is meticulously produced using archival inks and premium paper to ensure lasting brilliance and vibrancy. Preserve this captivating piece of Northamptonshire's history with a Media Storehouse photographic print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 16.1cm (10" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: Duston War Hospital, Northamptonshire - A Victorian Asylum Transformed into a War Hospital during the Great War. This evocative photograph captures the west wing of the Northampton County Lunatic Asylum at Duston, Northamptonshire, during its transformation into Duston War Hospital in 1916. Designed by Robert Griffiths and opened in 1876, the imposing building on Berrywood Road, Duston, was initially intended as a mental health institution for the county. However, with the onset of the First World War, the facility was repurposed to provide medical care for wounded soldiers. The image reveals the west wing of the hospital, with its grand Victorian architecture, standing proud against the backdrop of the surrounding countryside. The building's intricate details, such as the ornate brickwork and tall, arched windows, are a testament to the era's architectural prowess. Yet, the scene also carries a sense of contrast and poignancy, as the once-isolated institution became a hub of care and healing during a time of great need. During the war, the hospital provided essential medical services to thousands of soldiers, offering a sanctuary from the horrors of the battlefield. The transformation of the asylum into a war hospital was a remarkable example of adaptability and resourcefulness during a time of poverty and hardship. As the years passed, the hospital continued to evolve, eventually becoming St Crispin Hospital in the 1950s. Today, the site stands as a significant piece of local and historical significance, bearing witness to the resilience and adaptability of Northamptonshire's people during the First World War. This photograph, taken in 1916, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the remarkable story of Duston War Hospital and its role in the medical care of soldiers during the Great War.
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