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The late Mrs. Fry, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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The late Mrs. Fry, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The late Mrs. Fry, 1845. Portrait of the excellent and philanthropic lady, British prison reformer Elizabeth Fry, ...who for so many years devoted her time and her purse to ameliorate the miseries of the inmates of our various prisons...She gave much attention to the condition of female convicts and prisoners, at a time when our prison discipline and management were many degrees worse than they are now...About two years ago Mrs. Fry was seized with a pulmonary-complaint, but the proximate cause of her death was paralysis. It will be recollected that when the King of Prussia recently visited this country, his Majesty paid great attention to her, and visited her at her residence at Dagenham, in Essex. The whole of Mrs. Frys family and the leading members of the Society of Friends were present at a public breakfast upon the occasion. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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Elizabeth Elizabeth Fry Penitentiary Philanthropist Philanthropy Prison Quaker Reform Illustrated London News
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The Late Mrs. Fry: A Portrait of Philanthropy and Reform". This print showcases the remarkable Elizabeth Fry, a British prison reformer whose legacy continues to inspire generations. Created in 1845 by an unknown artist, this portrait immortalizes Mrs. Fry's tireless efforts to alleviate the suffering of inmates within our nation's prisons. Mrs. Fry dedicated her time and resources to improving the conditions for both male and female convicts during a period when prison discipline was far from humane. Her unwavering commitment towards penitentiary reform earned her immense respect and admiration from all corners of society. In addition to her philanthropic endeavors, Mrs. Fry was known for her strong Christian faith as a devout Quaker. Her compassion knew no bounds as she extended care not only to prisoners but also championed various social causes throughout her life. The impact of Mrs. Fry's work reached such heights that even royalty acknowledged her contributions; during his visit to England, King Frederick William IV of Prussia paid personal attention to this extraordinary woman, visiting her at Dagenham in Essex. Tragically, two years prior to this portrait being created, Mrs. Fry succumbed first to pulmonary illness and ultimately paralysis which claimed her life. However, through this poignant image captured by The Illustrated London News in 1845, we are reminded of the indelible mark left by one exceptional individual who dedicated herself wholeheartedly towards creating a more just society for all.
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