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Union Workhouse, Tonbridge, Kent, Boys Drill
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Union Workhouse, Tonbridge, Kent, Boys Drill
A line of boys at Tonbridge Union workhouse in Kent, probably in band uniforms, hold their rifles in military drill style. A man at the left of the line (their bandmaster?) looks on. Ladies in large hats sit in a decorated marquee behind. Thought to be the occasion of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee in 1897. The workhouse buildings later became part of Pembury Hospital
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in the history of Tonbridge Union Workhouse in Kent, as a line of young boys, likely paupers, proudly display their military drill skills in what appears to be their band uniforms. The year was 1897, marking Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, an occasion celebrated with great fanfare across the British Empire. The boys, under the watchful eye of their bandmaster, hold their rifles and brass instruments with a sense of discipline and pride, reflecting the importance of music and military training as part of their education and potential future careers. The scene takes place in front of a decorated marquee, where ladies in large hats observe the drill with interest. The workhouse buildings, which later became part of Pembury Hospital, loom in the background, a reminder of the poverty and hardship that many children and families faced during this period. The use of uniforms and military drill was a common practice in workhouses, providing a sense of order and structure, as well as offering valuable skills and training. This photograph offers a glimpse into the social history of the time, highlighting the importance of music, military training, and education for children in workhouses, as well as the role of community events and celebrations in bringing people together. The image is a poignant reminder of the lives of the paupers who resided in the workhouse, and the efforts made to provide them with a sense of purpose and hope amidst their challenging circumstances.
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