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Fegans Home, Stony Stratford - Boys in Playground
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Fegans Home, Stony Stratford - Boys in Playground
Boys line up in the playground of the Fegans Home at Stony Stratford, Buckinghamshire
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© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Buckinghamshire Orphan Orphanage Orphans Playground Stony Stratford Welfare Childrens
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of innocence and camaraderie among the boys of Fegans Home in Stony Stratford, Buckinghamshire. Established in the late 19th century, Fegans Home was a charitable institution dedicated to providing care, education, and welfare for orphaned and destitute boys. The boys in the photograph are lined up in the playground, likely waiting for their turn at a game or an instruction from their caretakers. Their expressions are filled with anticipation and joy, a testament to the importance of play and recreation in the lives of children, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The image offers a glimpse into the history of children's care and social welfare in England during the early 20th century. Orphanages like Fegans Home played a crucial role in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children who had been separated from their families due to poverty, illness, or other hardships. The photograph also underscores the universal language of childhood, as the boys in the image share a common experience of play and the simple pleasures of childhood. Fegans Home closed its doors in the 1970s, but its legacy continues to inspire and inform contemporary discussions about children's rights, welfare, and education. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of providing care and support to children in need, and the enduring power of play and community to foster resilience and hope.
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