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Black student nurse sitting in her room in Nottingham
Womans Hospital Peel Street, Nottingham. Student nurse wearing glasses sitting in an arm chair, with wooden arm rest and printed covers next to a radio. Christmas cards on the window ledge- back of image. Date: 1960s
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Covers Glasses Ledge Nottingham Nurse Peel Radio Rest Student
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This evocative photograph captures the quiet moment of respite for a dedicated student nurse in the 1960s at Women's Hospital on Peel Street in Nottingham. The young woman, wearing glasses and a serious expression, sits comfortably in an armchair with wooden rests, her printed covers adding a touch of homey warmth to the hospital environment. A radio sits nearby, suggesting the soothing sounds of music or news filling the room. The window ledge is adorned with Christmas cards, adding a festive touch to the scene. The 1960s were a time of significant change in healthcare and society as a whole. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a student nurse during this era, a time of hard work and dedication. The photograph's composition and lighting create an intimate and introspective mood, inviting the viewer to reflect on the sacrifices and commitment required to become a nurse during this period. The Women's Hospital on Peel Street in Nottingham was a prominent healthcare institution during the 1960s, providing essential medical services to the local community. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the dedicated individuals who worked tirelessly to care for the sick and injured, despite the challenges and hardships they faced.
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