Children Drinking Fount
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Children Drinking Fount
Children swarm round a public drinking fountain. Date: 1891
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1891 Community Fount Fountain Fountains Supply Swarm
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in 1891, depicts a lively scene of children gathered around a public drinking fountain. The image, captured by an unidentified photographer, beautifully encapsulates the essence of community and the simple joy of access to clean water. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, are seen swarming round the ornate fountain, their curious and playful expressions reflecting the excitement of the moment. The public drinking fountain, a symbol of progress and civic pride, stands proudly in the background, its intricate design a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The photograph transports us back to an era when the provision of clean water was a significant achievement, and public spaces were communal hubs where people from all walks of life came together. The children, with their laughter and energy, remind us of the importance of community and the simple pleasures of childhood. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that public drinking fountains played in providing access to clean water, fostering community, and promoting health and well-being. The image, with its timeless charm, continues to resonate with us today, as we strive to ensure that clean water remains accessible to all, and that public spaces remain inclusive and welcoming.
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