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Photographic Print : Salvation Army Food Depot, London
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Salvation Army Food Depot, London
Men queuing at one of the food depots set up in London by the Salvation Army in the 1890s. The depots provided low cost food and meals for down and outs
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Basic Bowls Catering Charitable Charity Cold Cost Depot Depots Homeless Homelessness Meal Meals Pauper Paupers Poverty Queuing Salvation Serving Staff Survival Tramp Tramps Vagrant Vagrants Workhouse
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This particular image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a poignant moment in history as men queue at a Salvation Army Food Depot in London during the late 1890s. The Salvation Army, a beacon of hope, provided essential food and meals for those in need. This evocative black and white photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing you to relive history and add a touch of nostalgia to any space. Order your print today and bring this powerful story to life in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.4cm (14" x 9.2")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from London's past, as men queue patiently outside a Salvation Army Food Depot in the late 1890s. The Salvation Army, an international Christian organization, had established these depots to provide essential food and meals for the city's down and outs, including the homeless, paupers, tramps, and vagrants. During this period, the Victorian and Edwardian eras, poverty was rampant, and the harsh weather conditions only exacerbated the struggles of those living in extreme poverty. The Salvation Army, with its compassionate spirit and commitment to social justice, stepped in to provide a vital service, offering a hot meal and a warm bowl of soup to those in need. The image shows the dedication of the Salvation Army staff, who worked tirelessly to serve the community, often in challenging conditions. The men in the queue, dressed in tattered clothing, demonstrate the desperate circumstances that drove them to seek assistance. The Food Depot served as a beacon of hope and survival for countless individuals during these difficult times. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of those who faced poverty and hardship, as well as the importance of charitable organizations in providing essential support to those in need. This image, with its historical significance, offers a glimpse into London's past and the vital role that the Salvation Army played in addressing poverty and homelessness during the 1890s and beyond.
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