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Cardiff Workhouse, Cowbridge Road, Cardiff
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Cardiff Workhouse, Cowbridge Road, Cardiff
The Cardiff Union workhouse (left) on Cowbridge Road, Cardiff. In the street are a tram, horses and carts, pedestrians and a cyclist. Date: circa 1911
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This evocative photograph captures a bustling scene on Cowbridge Road in Cardiff, circa 1911. At the left edge of the image, the imposing presence of the Cardiff Union Workhouse stands tall, its Gothic Revival architecture a stark contrast to the activity unfolding on the street before it. The workhouse, a place of last resort for the destitute and the infirm, was a symbol of the social welfare system in place during this era. The street is a hive of activity, with a horse-drawn tram making its way down the center, its tracks cutting a distinct line through the cobblestones. Horses and carts laden with goods jostle for space with pedestrians, many of whom are dressed in the fashion of the early 20th century. A cyclist, clad in knickers and a jersey, rides confidently along the side of the road, adding to the sense of movement and energy. The Cardiff Union Workhouse, now known as St. Fagans National Museum of History, played a significant role in the social and historical fabric of the city. It served as a place of refuge for those in need, providing shelter, food, and medical care in exchange for labor. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of horse-drawn transport, Victorian fashion, and the complex social fabric of a growing industrial city.
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