Activity at the Amsterdam workhouse
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Activity at the Amsterdam workhouse
Inmates at work in the workhouse, Roetersstraat, Amsterdam Date: 1932
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1932 Amsterdam Inmates Roetersstraat Workhouse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the daily routine at the Amsterdam Workhouse on Roetersstraat in 1932. The image shows a group of inmates, dressed in simple gray uniforms, hard at work. Their faces are focused and determined as they toil away at their tasks, which range from sewing and weaving to woodworking and metal fabrication. The workhouse, established in the late 18th century, was a place of last resort for the destitute, the homeless, and the unemployed. Inmates were required to work long hours in exchange for food and shelter. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in the workhouse during the Great Depression. Despite the difficult conditions, the inmates appear to be making the best of their situation, working together to keep the institution running. The workhouse served as a vital safety net for those who had nowhere else to turn during a time of economic hardship. The photograph also provides a fascinating window into the past, offering insights into the lives of those who lived and worked in the Amsterdam Workhouse. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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