Shoemakers at the Amsterdam Workhouse
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Shoemakers at the Amsterdam Workhouse
Inmates at work shoe-making in the workhouse, Roetersstraat, Amsterdam Date: 1932
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1932 Amsterdam Inmates Roetersstraat Shoe Workhouse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Amsterdam Workhouse on Roetersstraat in 1932. The image shows a group of inmates diligently working on the production line of a shoe factory located within the workhouse. The workhouse, also known as the "Het Arme Huis" or "The Poor House," was a charitable institution designed to provide shelter, food, and employment for Amsterdam's impoverished and destitute population. The inmates, dressed in simple work clothes, are focused on their tasks, each one performing a specific role in the shoemaking process. One man is cutting leather, another is stitching, and yet another is polishing the finished shoes. The room is filled with the sounds of hammers, sewing machines, and the rhythmic thumping of shoemaking tools. Despite the harsh living conditions and the stigma attached to being an inmate, the workhouse provided a valuable service to the community. It offered a means of support for those who were unable to provide for themselves, and the production of shoes was an essential industry in Amsterdam at the time. The inmates' skills and labor were put to good use, and they were able to contribute to the local economy while also learning valuable trades. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the workhouse was a crucial part of Amsterdam's social fabric. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
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