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Harold Collins, age 8, of the canal boat "Whitley and Bayswater"
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Harold Collins, age 8, of the canal boat "Whitley and Bayswater"
Harold Collins, age 8, of the canal boat " Whitley and Bayswater" painting a cabin block decoration. When the boats are laid up, he is a schoolboy at the special British Waterways school for canal boat children at Southall, and does his homework aboard the boats on voyage. 21st October 1954
McLellan
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
DM E7788
Media ID 21779612
© Mirrorpix
1954 Canal Canals Craft Paint Painting Shorts
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1950s, where young Harold Collins, only eight years old, is seen diligently painting a cabin block decoration on the canal boat "Whitley and Bayswater". Despite his tender age, Harold leads a unique life as a schoolboy at the special British Waterways school for canal boat children in Southall. The image beautifully captures Harold's dedication to both his education and his craft. As he carefully holds a paintbrush in one hand and concentrates intently on his task, it is evident that he takes great pride in beautifying the living space aboard their beloved vessel. The worn-out shorts and hat he wears serve as reminders of the humble yet adventurous lifestyle these canal boat children lead. When not navigating through waterways or honing his artistic skills onboard, Harold diligently completes his homework amidst the voyage. This snapshot showcases how even during downtime when boats are laid up temporarily, education remains an integral part of their lives. McLellan's expert lens immortalizes this moment from October 21st, 1954 – an era defined by simplicity and resilience. This photograph serves as a testament to the strength of character possessed by young individuals like Harold who navigate between two worlds: that of childhood innocence and adult responsibilities on these historic canals.
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