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Stick Practice, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields

Boys in protective masks, taking part in stick practice on the Training Ship Wellesley, on the River Tyne at North Shields, Northumberland. In 1868, James Hall and other local businessmen set up a charity to provide shelter for Tyneside waifs and train young men for naval service. Their base from 1874 was the Wellesley until a fire in 1914 forced the institution ashore to become the Wellesley Nautical School

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1868 1874 Business Man Business Men Charitable Charity Deck Exercise Institution Learning Masks Nautical North Umberland Orphan Orphans Poverty Practice Protective Rigging Shelter Skills Stick Trainer Tyne Tyneside Waifs Wellesley Workhouse Workhouses 1860s Base


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This evocative photograph captures a moment of dedication and perseverance from the Training Ship Wellesley in North Shields, Northumberland, during the late 19th century. In 1868, James Hall and other local businessmen established a charitable institution to offer shelter and training for Tyneside waifs, young men living in poverty and destitution. Known as the Wellesley, this nautical school provided essential skills and education for these young men, preparing them for a future in naval service. The boys in the photograph are seen practicing their stick drills on the deck of the ship, wearing protective masks to shield themselves from the elements and each other during this rigorous exercise. The Wellesley served as their base from 1874 until a devastating fire in 1914 forced the institution ashore, becoming the Wellesley Nautical School. The 1870s and 1880s were a time of significant change for the young men in this photograph. Many of them had previously lived in workhouses or faced the harsh realities of poverty. With the support of the Wellesley, they were able to learn valuable skills and transport themselves to a better future. The boys' uniforms, reminiscent of the Victorian era, add a historical touch to this image, showcasing the importance of this institution in the lives of these young men. The Wellesley's commitment to providing shelter, education, and training for Tyneside's most vulnerable young men is a testament to the compassion and foresight of its founders. This photograph serves as a reminder of the crucial role that charitable institutions played in the lives of those in need during the 19th century, and the enduring impact they continue to have on the communities they serve.

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