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Barnardos Boys Garden City, Woodford Bridge - Boys
Barnardos Boys Garden City, Woodford Bridge, Essex. Some of the boys. Date: 1930s
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Barnardos Essex Orphan Orphanage Orphans Welfare Woodford Childrens
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Barnardos Boys Garden City in Woodford Bridge, Essex, during the 1930s. The image shows a group of boys, dressed in simple yet neat uniforms, gathered around a table in what appears to be a classroom or dining hall. Their expressions are focused and attentive, suggesting that they are engaged in a lesson or activity. Barnardos Boys Garden City was an orphanage and children's home established in the early 20th century to provide care and support for boys who were orphaned, neglected, or in need of a safe and nurturing environment. The home was part of the larger Barnardos organization, which was founded in 1867 by Thomas Barnardo to help improve the lives of vulnerable children in London's East End. The Boys Garden City in Woodford Bridge was located in a rural setting, which allowed the boys to experience the benefits of fresh air, open spaces, and a more peaceful environment than they might have encountered in urban areas. The home offered a range of facilities and activities designed to promote physical, emotional, and educational development, including classrooms, workshops, sports fields, and gardens. This photograph provides a glimpse into the daily life of the boys at Barnardos Boys Garden City, offering a reminder of the important role that organizations like Barnardos have played in providing care and support for vulnerable children throughout history. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the children who lived in such institutions, despite the challenges they faced.
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