Jigsaw Puzzle : Day nursery in Holloway prison
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Day nursery in Holloway prison
A day nursery in Holloway, a women only prison where babies who were either born there or were under three months when their mothers were jailed were cared for in prison. The babies slept in cots within their mothers cell, with nurses overseeing the babies welfare. At nine months of age the baby had to leave the prison
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Babies Born Cared Cell Cots Holloway Jailed Leave Months Mothers Nursery Nurses Overseeing Prison Slept Welfare
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the intriguing history of Holloway Prison with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring a unique image of a day nursery inside the prison walls, as seen in Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle invites you to piece together a story of resilience and hope. Engage in a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience, while exploring the unexpected coexistence of motherhood and incarceration in this thought-provoking image. Bring history to life in your own home, one puzzle piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures a poignant scene from the day nursery in Holloway prison, a women-only facility where babies born to incarcerated mothers or those under three months old when their mothers were jailed were cared for within the prison walls. The babies slept in cots placed inside their mothers' cells, with nurses diligently overseeing their welfare.
At nine months of age, these innocent little ones had to bid farewell to the only home they had ever known - the confines of a prison cell. This striking image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by women behind bars and their young children who are inadvertently caught up in the criminal justice system.
The importance of this historical photograph lies not just in its visual impact but also in its ability to shed light on an often overlooked aspect of our past. It symbolizes both the resilience and vulnerability of motherhood within the confines of incarceration.
As we reflect on this snapshot from 1909, let us remember that every baby deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive - regardless of their circumstances. Let us honor these forgotten voices from history and strive towards creating a more compassionate world for all.
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