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Convicts working, 1884
3479345 Convicts working, 1884; (add.info.: Convicts working in the stone quarries Portland, Dorset. 31st May 1884.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38153106
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880s Career Convict Convicts County Of Dorset Crime And Punishment Detention Facility Dorset Dorsetshire Employment Getting Work Illiteracy Illiterate Jail Maine Penitenciary Portland Prison Prisoners Prisons Profession Quarry Read Stones To Read Educating
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our range of Poster Prints featuring historical images like "Convicts working, 1884" by Bridgeman Images. Transport yourself to the stone quarries of Portland, Dorset on May 31st, 1884 with this captivating piece from Fine Art Finder.
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Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful image captures a moment in history that is both haunting and thought-provoking. The photograph, taken in 1884, shows convicts hard at work in the stone quarries of Portland, Dorset. These men, dressed in prison uniforms, are engaged in back-breaking labor under the watchful eye of their overseers.
The scene is a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by those who were incarcerated during this time period. Forced to toil away in dangerous conditions, these individuals had little hope for a better future. Despite their circumstances, they are seen diligently working with determination and grit.
The image also speaks to larger societal issues such as illiteracy and lack of education among the lower classes. Many of these prisoners may have never had access to proper schooling or opportunities for advancement. Yet here they are, using their hands and bodies to earn a living through manual labor.
As we reflect on this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the importance of empathy and understanding towards those who have been marginalized or oppressed. It serves as a poignant reminder that every individual has a story worth telling, even if it is one marked by hardship and struggle.
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