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Nurses sitting room JLP01_08_073772
Walsgrave Hospital, Clifford Bridge Road, Walsgrave on Sowe, Coventry. Three nurses smoking and reading the newspaper in the sitting room at the Sisters Home at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry.
The Sisters Home was a three storey building that housed senior nurses in ten one-bedroom flats and 28 bed-sits. It had a communal sitting room, TV room, kitchens and utility room. This photograph appears in the September 1966 issue of Team Spirit, the Laing company newsletter
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1960s Domestic Healthcare Hospital Interior Women
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This photograph captures a moment of respite in the bustling world of nursing. Three dedicated nurses find solace in the cozy sitting room at the Sisters Home, Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry. It is September 1966, and these women take a well-deserved break from their demanding roles to indulge in some leisurely activities. As wisps of smoke curl through the air, we see them engrossed in reading newspapers, perhaps catching up on current events or finding a momentary escape from their responsibilities. The room exudes warmth and familiarity with its comfortable armchairs and inviting ambiance. The Sisters Home itself stands as a testament to the care provided by senior nurses at Walsgrave Hospital. A three-story building comprising ten one-bedroom flats and 28 bed-sits, it served as both accommodation for these dedicated professionals and a space for communal living. In this image frozen in time, we witness not only hardworking individuals but also an intimate glimpse into their lives outside of work. These women embody strength, resilience, and camaraderie as they share laughter-filled conversations amidst puffs of smoke. Preserved within the archives of Historic England Archive, this photograph serves as a reminder of the invaluable contributions made by nurses throughout history. Their dedication to healthcare remains timeless even decades later when technology has transformed medical practices.
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