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Field Lane Ragged School, London, c1850
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Field Lane Ragged School, London, c1850
Field Lane Ragged School, London, c1850. Interior view of the Field Lane Ragged School, with adults attempting to teach a group of disorderly children. The boys are on the left, the girls on the right. A wall divides the two groups, with candles in holders as lighting
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Media ID 15169654
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Charitable Institution Charity Classroom Crowded Cruikshank Discipline Disobedience Field Lane George Cruikshank Noisy Pupil Ragged School School Teach Teacher Teaching Violence Violent Wealth Wealthy
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This print from c1850 depicts the chaotic scene inside the Field Lane Ragged School in London. The charitable institution aimed to provide education and discipline to a group of disorderly children, as seen by the adults attempting to teach them. Divided by a wall, boys occupy the left side while girls are on the right. Candles flicker in holders, casting an eerie glow that illuminates this bustling classroom. The image transports us back to a time when poverty was rampant in England's capital city. The crowded space reflects the overwhelming number of pupils seeking refuge and knowledge within these walls. George Cruikshank, an anonymous 19th-century artist, masterfully captured this moment of both hope and despair. In this monochrome snapshot, we witness firsthand how wealth disparity shaped society during that era. While some fortunate individuals enjoyed privilege and comfort elsewhere in London's streets, here at Field Lane Ragged School violence often prevailed due to disobedience among its impoverished attendees. Despite these challenges, dedicated teachers persevered against all odds to educate these underprivileged children who lacked access to formal schooling. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder of their noble efforts and highlights the importance of educational institutions like Field Lane Ragged School in shaping lives amidst adversity.
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