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St Pancras Workhouse
London : women in the refectory of Saint Pancras workhouse
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Charity Community Pancras Refectory Workhouse Workhouses 1895
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the St. Pancras Workhouse in London, taken in the late 1890s. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the women who resided in this historical institution, which served as a place of last resort for the destitute, the elderly, and the infirm. The women in the photograph are seen gathered in the refectory, a large communal dining hall where they would have eaten their meals. The atmosphere is one of quiet dignity, with the women seated at long tables, their expressions thoughtful and contemplative. The room is sparsely furnished, with simple wooden benches and tables, and the walls are adorned with religious icons and posters, reflecting the charitable and religious ethos of the workhouse. The St. Pancras Workhouse, which operated from 1846 until 1930, was one of over 200 workhouses established in England and Wales as part of the New Poor Law of 1834. The New Poor Law aimed to reduce the burden on parish rates by providing a more efficient and cost-effective system of poor relief. Workhouses were intended to be a deterrent to able-bodied paupers, who were required to work in exchange for their keep. Despite the harsh conditions and stigma associated with workhouses, they also provided a vital safety net for those in need. The women in this photograph, and the many others who lived in workhouses like St. Pancras, were part of a larger community of people who relied on the charity and support of their fellow citizens during times of hardship. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex and often overlooked history of workhouses and the people they served. It invites us to reflect on the resilience and dignity of those who lived through such challenging times and to appreciate the importance of community and charity in times of need.
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