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BOY APPRENTICES, 2 OF 3
Boys learning the wheelwrights trade at Dr Barnardos Boys Home, Stepney (London) 2 of 3 pictures Date: circa 1890
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Apprentice Apprentices Barnardo Barnardos Conditions Learning Pictures Stepney Wheelwright Wheelwrights
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of industry and determination as two young boys focus intently on their apprenticeship training at Dr Barnardo's Boys Home in Stepney, London, circa 1890. The image, titled 'Boy Apprentices, 2 of 3,' offers a glimpse into the lives of these boys as they learn the intricacies of the wheelwright trade. The boys, dressed in simple work clothes and wearing protective aprons, are seen diligently working on a large wooden wheel. Their faces are serious and focused, reflecting the importance of their task. The workshop behind them is filled with various tools and raw materials, evidence of the hands-on nature of their training. Dr Barnardo's Boys Home, established in 1866, was a charitable organization dedicated to providing shelter, education, and employment opportunities for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected children. The organization's industrial schools, like the one depicted in this photograph, aimed to teach practical skills to prepare the boys for gainful employment and independence. The conditions in which these boys lived and worked were often harsh, with long hours, physical labor, and strict discipline. However, the organization's mission was to provide a better future for these children, offering them a chance to break the cycle of poverty and deprivation. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of these young apprentices, who, despite their challenging circumstances, were committed to learning a valuable trade and building a better future for themselves. The image also highlights the important role that charitable organizations like Dr Barnardo's played in providing opportunities and support to vulnerable children during a time of great social and economic change.
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