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Itinerant family on the road
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Itinerant family on the road
An itinerant family - two parents and six children, plus a pram - who, for reasons unknown, are on the road. With little or no money they might have to spend each night in a workhouse casual ward alongside tramps and vagrants, or even sleep rough
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Depression Homeless Homelessness Itinerant Money Parents Poverty Pram Recession Tramps Travelling Vagrants Workhouse Workhouses
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This poignant photograph captures the reality of an itinerant family's daily struggle during the Great Depression of the 1930s. The image shows a desperate scene of a family of eight, consisting of two parents and six children, with their meager belongings in tow as they continue their journey on the road. The father, wearing a ragged hat and work clothes, leads the way, while his wife, with a worried expression, follows behind with an infant in her arms and an older child pushing a pram. The children, dressed in tattered clothing, cling to their parents or wander aimlessly around the scene. The reasons for their homelessness and poverty are unknown, but the harsh economic climate of the 1930s left many families in similar circumstances. They might have had to spend each night in a workhouse casual ward, sleeping alongside tramps and vagrants, or even sleep rough in the elements. The workhouse system, which had been in place since the 16th century, was intended to provide shelter and food for the destitute, but the conditions were often inhumane and degrading. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by families during this period of economic depression. The image evokes a sense of sadness, desperation, and resilience, as the family continues to move forward, despite the challenges they face. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of the human spirit and the enduring strength of families in the face of adversity.
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