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St Augustines Boys Home, Sevenoaks, Kent
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St Augustines Boys Home, Sevenoaks, Kent
Children and staff at St Augustines Boys Home, Sevenoaks, Kent, also known as the Peace Home. The home was opened by the Waifs and Strays Society in 1921. Date: Circa 1921
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Augustines Opened Peace Sevenoaks Staff Strays Waifs 1921
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at St. Augustine's Boys Home in Sevenoaks, Kent, also known as the Peace Home, which was established by the Waifs and Strays Society in 1921. The image showcases the warmth and care provided at the home, with children and staff gathered together in a cozy room, likely engaged in a group activity or sharing a meal. The Waifs and Strays Society, a charitable organization dedicated to the care and protection of children in need, opened St. Augustine's Home to provide a safe and nurturing environment for boys who were abandoned, orphaned, or otherwise in need of a loving home. The home was one of many establishments run by the Society across the United Kingdom, all aimed at offering a chance at a better future for vulnerable children. The children in the photograph appear to be dressed in uniforms, suggesting that they were all residents of the home. Their expressions are filled with joy and contentment, as they interact with the caring and dedicated staff members who stand among them. The staff, dressed in their professional attire, exude a sense of compassion and commitment to their role in the boys' lives. The photograph, taken circa 1921, offers a poignant glimpse into the past, showcasing the transformative power of love, care, and community in the lives of these children. It serves as a reminder of the importance of providing support and opportunities for those in need, especially during times of hardship and uncertainty.
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