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Telegraph Boy & Sweeper

Slack! A telegraph boy & a crossing sweeper waiting for work

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Media ID 615353

Broom Conditions Crossing Sweeper Telegraph Waiting

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment frozen in time, depicting two young boys eagerly waiting for work on the bustling streets of 1880. The contrast between the well-dressed telegraph boy and the humble crossing sweeper is striking, highlighting the stark disparities in social class during this era. The telegraph boy stands tall and proud, his uniform symbolizing progress and modernity as he waits to deliver important messages across town. In contrast, the crossing sweeper's tattered clothes and worn broom speak volumes about the harsh realities of life for working-class children in Victorian England. Despite their different circumstances, both boys share a sense of determination and resilience as they wait for opportunities to earn a living. Their youthful faces betray hints of innocence lost too soon, yet they carry themselves with a sense of purpose that belies their tender age. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenging conditions faced by children who were forced to work at such a young age. It offers us a glimpse into a bygone era where childhood was often sacrificed in favor of economic necessity. Through this powerful photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the struggles and triumphs of these young workers trying to make their way in an unforgiving world.

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