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Union Workhouse Infirmary, Evesham, Worcestershire
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Union Workhouse Infirmary, Evesham, Worcestershire
The No. 4 Female Ward of the Evesham Unions workhouse infirmary. Several patients are in their beds with a nurse sitting alongside one of them. Date: Date unknown
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Alongside Beds Evesham Infirmary Nurse Patients Several Ward Workhouse
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1. Title: A Moment of Care and Compassion: The No. 4 Female Ward of Evesham Union Workhouse Infirmary This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of social welfare, depicting the No. 4 Female Ward of Evesham Union Workhouse Infirmary. The image, taken at an unknown date, reveals several patients lying in their beds, their expressions conveying a range of emotions from fatigue to resignation. A dedicated nurse sits attentively by the bedside of one patient, her calm and compassionate demeanor a testament to the important role she played in providing care and support during a time when the needs of the sick and destitute were a pressing concern. The Union Workhouse system, established in England and Wales during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, was designed to provide relief for the poor, the sick, and the elderly. The infirmaries within these workhouses were intended to offer medical care to those who were unable to work due to illness or disability. Conditions within these institutions were often harsh, and the treatment of patients varied greatly. However, there were also dedicated individuals, like the nurse in this photograph, who worked tirelessly to alleviate the suffering of those in their care. This image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a workhouse infirmary, providing a poignant reminder of the complex and often challenging history of social welfare in England. The patients' stories, as well as that of the nurse, serve as a testament to the resilience and compassion of those who lived through this period in history. The photograph, although its exact provenance is unknown, is an invaluable historical document that sheds light on an important aspect of our collective past. It invites us to reflect on the evolution of social welfare and the enduring human need for care and compassion.
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