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Former Kitchener Home Boy in Canada
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Former Kitchener Home Boy in Canada
A former inmate of the Kitchener Memorial Home For Boys, 122 Hillfield Avenue, Hornsey, after his emigration to Canada. The home, operated by the Waifs and Strays Society, could house 50 boys. Like many other welfare groups of the time, the Society took part in emigration schemes to send children to new homes in Canada and Australia. Date: Circa 1924
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Former Kitchener Home Boy in Canada: A Journey of Hope and New Beginnings This poignant photograph captures the image of a former resident of the Kitchener Memorial Home for Boys, located at 122 Hillfield Avenue in Hornsey, London. Established by the Waifs and Strays Society, the home provided shelter and care for up to 50 boys who were in need. Like many welfare organizations of the time, the Society participated in emigration schemes to offer these children new opportunities in Canada and Australia. The exact year of this photograph is estimated to be around 1924, and it shows the determination and resilience of a young boy who had once called the Kitchener Home his own. The Home, operated by the Waifs and Strays Society, was one of many institutions that sought to provide a better future for children who had faced adversity in their early lives. The Society's emigration schemes were an essential part of their mission to ensure that the children in their care were given every opportunity to thrive. By sending them to new homes abroad, they were able to provide them with a fresh start and a chance to build a new life. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion and support for those in need, and the enduring impact that such organizations have on the lives of vulnerable children. The Kitchener Memorial Home for Boys is a significant part of social welfare history, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the boys who passed through its doors. It is a poignant reminder of the past, and a testament to the power of hope and new beginnings.
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