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TS Arethusa - Steering instruction
Boys learning to steer aboard the training ship Arethusa, moored at Greenhithe, Kent Date: 1917
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Aboard Arethusa Carehome Greenhithe Learning Moored Orphanage Orphans Services Steer Welfare Childrens
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of instruction and learning aboard the training ship Arethusa, moored at Greenhithe, Kent in 1917. The image shows a group of young boys intently focused on the task at hand, as they learn the art of steering under the watchful eye of a stern yet patient instructor. The ship, which was operated by the Children's Home and Orphanage Services, provided a vital respite for orphaned and vulnerable children during a time of great upheaval and hardship. The boys, dressed in their uniforms, appear to be fully engaged in the experience, with some leaning over the railing to get a better view of the water as their turn to steer approaches. The tranquil setting on the river Thames, with the rolling hills of Kent in the background, adds to the sense of serenity and escape from the harsh realities of life. The training ship Arethusa played a crucial role in the welfare and social services of the community, offering a much-needed sense of normalcy and adventure for these children during a time of great need.
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