Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell - Boys at Drill
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Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell - Boys at Drill
Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell. Boys perform a drill exercise holding dumb-bells
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© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bells Drill Dumb Exercise Orphan Orphanage Orphans Perform Stockwell Welfare Childrens
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Spurgeons Orphanage in Stockwell, London, as a group of young boys diligently perform a drill exercise with dumb-bells. Established in 1867 by Dr. Thomas Barnardo and named after the renowned social reformer, Dr. Anglican D.C. Spurgeon, the orphanage provided a refuge for thousands of destitute children over the years. The boys in the image, dressed in neat uniforms, display a sense of discipline and focus as they execute the drill moves in unison. The dumb-bells in their hands were likely used for strength training, part of the rigorous physical education regimen that was a cornerstone of the orphanage's approach to childcare. Spurgeons Orphanage was renowned for its progressive methods, which emphasized the importance of education, training, and moral development. The boys were taught a range of skills, from reading and writing to shoemaking and farming, to prepare them for a successful transition into adulthood. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children at Spurgeons Orphanage during the late 19th century. It serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that charitable institutions played in providing care and support for vulnerable children in need, and the enduring impact of their work on generations of young lives.
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