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A bobby on the beat helping children across the street at the end of the school day
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A bobby on the beat helping children across the street at the end of the school day
STC427911 A bobby on the beat helping children across the street at the end of the school day, from Wonderful London, published 1926-27 (photogravure) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: school was compulsory for all children from five to fourteen from 1918; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23476648
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Crossing Escorting Holding Hands Police Policeman Schoolchildren Sepia Tram Lines Tramlines Uniformed B W Photo Black And White Photograph Stroll Strolling
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This photograph, taken in the 1920s by an English photographer, captures a heartwarming scene at the end of a school day. In this snapshot from Wonderful London, we see a dedicated police officer, known as a bobby on the beat, assisting children as they cross the bustling street. The image exudes nostalgia with its sepia tones and showcases the uniformed policeman escorting boys and girls safely across tramlines. During this era, education became compulsory for all children aged five to fourteen from 1918 onwards. This historical context adds significance to the photo's subject matter – highlighting not only the importance of education but also community safety. The image portrays unity and trust as these young students hold hands with their protector while navigating through traffic. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when walking home from school was an adventure shared among friends under watchful eyes. Preserved in a private collection, this photogravure print evokes emotions of warmth and security that transcend time. It is an exquisite representation of early 20th-century life in England – where policemen were respected figures who played an active role in safeguarding their communities. Bridgeman Images has immortalized this iconic moment through Fine Art Finder, allowing us to appreciate both its artistic value and historical significance today.
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