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DR BARNARDO HOME
A view of the entrance to Dr. Barnardos, with two children on the street outside. Date: 1886
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1886 Asylums Barnardo Barnardos Charity Community Orphan
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This evocative image, captured in 1886, offers a glimpse into the past of Dr. Barnardo's Home, a renowned charity institution that provided shelter, education, and care for orphaned and destitute children in the late 1800s. The view shows the entrance to the Home, with its imposing gates and wrought-iron railings, standing proudly on the street. Two young children, bundled up against the cold, wait outside, perhaps anticipating the arrival of their loved ones or the start of a new day at the Home. Dr. Barnardo, Thomas John Barnardo, was a pioneering philanthropist and physician who dedicated his life to alleviating the suffering of London's most vulnerable children. Established in 1866, Dr. Barnardo's Homes grew to include numerous institutions across the United Kingdom and provided a safe haven for over 100,000 children by the time of Dr. Barnardo's death in 1905. The 1880s marked a period of significant expansion for Dr. Barnardo's Homes, and this image serves as a poignant reminder of the community that was built around the organization. The children in the photograph, dressed in their best clothes, likely represent just a fraction of the thousands who were given a chance at a better life through the charity's efforts. The image also underscores the importance of the Home as a beacon of hope and support for families during a time when poverty and hardship were rampant in the streets of London. As we look back at this image, we are reminded of the enduring legacy of Dr. Barnardo's Homes and the countless lives that have been touched by its mission. The children in the photograph may no longer be with us, but their stories continue to inspire generations to come.
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