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St Pancras Female Orphanage - Original Dress
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St Pancras Female Orphanage - Original Dress
Girls at the St Pancras Female Orphanage display the homes original style of dress. (See separate image for their present-day dress.) Date: early 1900s
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Carehome Orphanage Pancras Separate Services Welfare Childrens Present Day
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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, a group of girls from the St Pancras Female Orphanage proudly display the home's original style of dress. The image offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing insight into the lives of these young girls who were cared for in this institution during a time when social welfare services were still in their infancy. The girls, dressed in simple yet elegant outfits, stand in two neat rows, their expressions filled with a mix of curiosity and pride. The dresses, made of heavy fabric and adorned with collars, cuffs, and lace, were the uniform of the St Pancras Female Orphanage, a symbol of their shared identity and community. The St Pancras Female Orphanage, located in London, England, was established in 1858 to provide shelter and care for destitute and abandoned girls. The home, which was run by the Church of England, offered a refuge for girls who had been orphaned, abandoned, or left in poverty. The girls were provided with education, training, and the opportunity to learn a trade, with the ultimate goal of preparing them for a successful and independent life once they left the orphanage. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the important role that children's homes and welfare services played in providing care and support to vulnerable children during a time when the social safety net was still in its infancy. The girls' proud display of their original dresses also underscores the sense of community and identity that such institutions fostered, providing a sense of belonging and stability for those who needed it most. It is worth noting that this image is not related to any specific company or commercial use and is available for rights-managed licensing through Mary Evans Prints Online. For those interested in exploring the history of children's homes and welfare services, this photograph offers a fascinating and poignant glimpse into the past.
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