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Training Ship Southampton, Hull, Yorkshire
The Southampton Industrial Training Ship was established on the Humber, at Hull, in 1868. Boys aged 11-15, placed there by magistrates, were trained in seamanship, with many going on to join the naval services
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1868 Courts Hull Humber Humberside L Aw Legal Magistrates Poverty Seamanship Services Skills Southampton Workhouse Workhouses
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the rich maritime history of Hull, Yorkshire, with our stunning photographic print of the Training Ship Southampton. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back in time to the late 19th century when the Southampton Industrial Training Ship was established on the Humber. Boys aged 11-15, placed there by magistrates, were given the opportunity to learn essential seamanship skills, transforming their lives through the power of the sea. Bring the history of Hull's maritime heritage into your home or office with this beautiful, rights managed print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 22.7cm (14" x 8.9")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the Training Ship Southampton, moored on the banks of the Humber River in Hull, Yorkshire, during the late Victorian era. Established in 1868, the Southampton Industrial Training Ship was a unique institution designed to provide education and training to boys aged 11-15, many of whom had been placed there by local magistrates due to poverty, housing issues, or legal troubles. The boys, dressed in their uniforms, are seen working on the ship, learning essential seamanship skills that would serve them well in their future careers, many of which would be in the naval services. The Southampton was one of several such training ships operating in the UK during the 1860s and early 1900s, a response to the growing need for skilled labor in the maritime industry and the desire to provide alternative options for at-risk youth. The image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in Hull during this period, with its cramped housing, grimy streets, and the ever-present threat of poverty and legal entanglements. Yet, despite these challenges, the Training Ship Southampton offered a glimmer of hope, providing a valuable education and a chance to learn a valuable skill that could lead to a better future. The photograph, taken around 1906, is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of these institutions and the role they played in shaping the lives of countless young boys during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The Southampton Industrial Training Ship, with its proud and determined students, stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of those who, despite their circumstances, were determined to make the best of their opportunities.
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