Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth - Kitchen
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Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth - Kitchen
Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth - girls at work In the Kitchen Date: 1908
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Kitchen Marines Orphan Portsmouth Seamen Services Welfare
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1908 showcases the bustling kitchen of the Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home in Portsmouth. The image captures a group of young girls hard at work, preparing meals for their fellow residents. The scene is a poignant reminder of the vital role that institutions like this played in providing welfare and social care services to children who had lost their parents to service in the British Royal Navy or Marines.
The girls in the photograph are seen wearing aprons and caps, focused on their tasks with determination and skill. Their dedication to their duties speaks volumes about the sense of community and camaraderie that must have existed within the orphanage walls. It is heartwarming to see these young individuals taking on responsibilities beyond their years, learning valuable life skills while also supporting each other through difficult circumstances.
As we reflect on this snapshot from over a century ago, we are reminded of the importance of caring for those who are most vulnerable in society. The Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home served as a beacon of hope for countless children during its time, offering them not only shelter and sustenance but also a sense of belonging and purpose. This image serves as a testament to the power of compassion and solidarity in creating brighter futures for generations to come.
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