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James Hall, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields
James Hall, who In 1868, with other local businessmen, set up a charity to provide shelter for Tyneside waifs and train young men for naval service. The Training Ship Wellesley, on the River Tyne at North Shields, Northumberland, was their base from 1874. A fire in 1914 forced the institution ashore, to become the Wellesley Nautical School
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1868 1874 Business Man Business Men Charitable Charity Cravat Institution Learning Nautical North Umberland Orphan Orphans Philanthropist Philanthropy Poverty Shelter Skills Smart Tyne Tyneside Waifs Wellesley Wing Workhouse Workhouses 1860s Base
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of jigsaw puzzles, featuring the historic image "James Hall, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating puzzle brings to life a significant moment in Tyneside history. In 1868, James Hall, along with local businessmen, established a charity that offered shelter for local children and prepared young men for naval service. Assemble this intricately designed puzzle to honor the legacy of this visionary man and the impact he had on his community. Engage in a fun and educational experience as you piece together this beautiful image, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Immerse yourself in the rich history of North Shields and relive the past, one puzzle piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures James Hall, a prominent philanthropist and local businessman from North Shields, Northumberland, in the late 1800s. In 1868, Hall and other community leaders established a charitable institution named the Wellesley, dedicated to providing shelter and training for Tyneside waifs and young men, preparing them for naval service. The Training Ship Wellesley, moored on the River Tyne, served as their base from 1874. Dressed in a smart Victorian suit, complete with cravat and collar pin, Hall exudes a sense of authority and compassion. The boys in the background, dressed in their nautical uniforms, display a mix of curiosity and eagerness, reflecting the educational and transportative nature of the institution. The Wellesley was a vital resource for young boys who, in the 1860s and 1870s, often faced poverty, orphanhood, and the harsh realities of workhouses. The institution offered them a chance to learn valuable skills, gain an education, and potentially secure a future in the navy. Unfortunately, a fire in 1914 forced the institution ashore, leading to its transformation into the Wellesley Nautical School. This photograph, taken in the 1870s, serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Wellesley and the impact it had on the lives of countless young men in the North East of England.
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