Photo Mug : Mettray : a Dormitory
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Mettray : a Dormitory
METTRAY (near Tours) Open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders, 1839-1939 : BOYS IN THEIR DORMITORY, WHERE THEY SLEEP IN HAMMOCKS
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1839 1850 Agricultural Colony Dormitory Hammocks Juvenile L Aw Mettray Offenders Prisons Sleep Tours
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug collection, featuring your favorite historical image "Mettray: A Dormitory" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This unique mug showcases a captivating snapshot of history, showcasing boys sleeping in hammocks at the Mettray Open Agricultural and Industrial Colony for juvenile offenders in France, circa 1839-1939. Bring a piece of the past into your daily routine with this beautifully printed, high-quality mug. Perfect for sipping your favorite beverage while reflecting on the past or starting your day with a thought-provoking conversation starter. Embrace the rich history of this iconic image and make every sip a journey back in time.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a glimpse into the past at Mettray, an open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders near Tours, France. Established in 1839 and operating until 1939, Mettray served as a unique institution aimed at reforming young lawbreakers through education and work.
In this particular image, we see a group of boys settled in their dormitory for the night. Instead of traditional beds, they sleep in hammocks suspended from the ceiling - a stark reminder of the strict living conditions imposed on them during their time at Mettray.
The scene is both haunting and intriguing, offering a window into a bygone era where juvenile offenders were sent to colonies like Mettray with hopes of rehabilitation rather than punishment. The history behind this photograph speaks volumes about societal attitudes towards youth crime in the mid-19th century and sheds light on innovative approaches to criminal justice that were being explored at the time.
As we gaze upon these boys resting peacefully in their hammocks, we are reminded of the complex interplay between agriculture, industry, and juvenile justice that defined life at Mettray. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of rehabilitation and reintegration for young offenders since the days when institutions like Mettray were commonplace.
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