Stepney Collection (#8)

Scullery in slum at Limehouse

1930s basement dwelling, Stepney
A view down through the rooms only window into a basement dwelling in Stepney in the East End of London. Dinner is on the table and a bird cage is hung above. Date: circa 1936

Printing Office at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Printing office at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway

Brushmakers Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Brushmakers shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway

Dr Thomas John Barnardo
Portrait of Dr Thomas John Barnardo (1845-1905). In 1867, Barnardo set up a Ragged School for poor children in Londons East End, followed in 1870 by a home for boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway

Blacksmiths Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Blacksmiths shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway

Bootmakers Shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway
Bootmakers shop at Barnardos Home, Stepney Causeway, East London. In 1870, Thomas Barnardo set up a home for destitute boys at 18-26 Stepney Causeway

Dr. Thomas Barnardo - in his office
Dr. Thomas John Barnardo (1845 - 1905) at his offices - 18-26 Stepney Causeway, London

Guards take aim in Sidney Street, East London
Members of the First Battalion Scots Guards lying in the roadway, taking aim during the Sidney Street Siege (popularly known as the Battle of Stepney) in East London

Winston Churchill in Sidney Street, East London
Winston Churchill, then Home Secretary, together with policemen and civilians, during the Sidney Street Siege (popularly known as the Battle of Stepney) in East London

Dr Barnardos Homes Hospital, Stepney Causeway, London
Patients and nurses in the hospital at the Dr Barnardos home for boys opened in 1870 at 18-26 Stepney Causeway, East London

The East London Childrens Hospital
This is a crowded scene from the East London Hospital for Children and Dispensary for Women, situated at Ratcliff Cross near Stepney railway station

Thames / Stepney 1905
The Thames at Essex Wharf, Stepney

Admiring Tomb in Church
Sightseers admire the tomb of Lady Berry, in Stepney church, London

George Stepney
GEORGE STEPNEY diplomat and poet

Churchill at Sidney Street
WINSTON CHURCHILL, then Home Secretary, is seen with a with a posse of policemen during the Siege of Sidney Street in Stepney, London

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Stepney, a historic district in East London, is a place steeped in rich tales and significant events. From the infamous Sidney Street Siege to the iconic Winston Churchill's involvement, this neighborhood has witnessed it all. In 1911, the Sidney Street Siege unfolded on these very streets. Winston Churchill himself was present at this dramatic standoff between armed criminals and law enforcement. The echoes of that fateful day still resonate through Stepney's alleys. London arms and seals adorn buildings throughout Stepney, showcasing its connection to the city's history and heritage. Take a stroll down Narrow Street, Limehouse circa 1905 - an artist captured The Harbour Masters office at number 74 with meticulous detail. St Dunstans stands as a testament to faith in Stepney. This beautiful church has been a spiritual sanctuary for generations of residents who have sought solace within its walls. The Stepney Union Workhouse tells another story altogether - one of hardship and struggle during times gone by. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those less fortunate in society. Frederick Leverton Harris, immortalized in Vanity Fair as "Spy, " hailed from Stepney. His legacy lives on through his artistic contributions that continue to inspire others today. Swedenborg Square bears witness to tragedy with its collapsed house - an eerie reminder of nature's power over man-made structures. Yet amidst destruction lies resilience; Stepney rebuilds itself time and again. Step inside Holy Trinity Church for an awe-inspiring experience; its interior exudes grandeur and tranquility simultaneously—a true haven for worshipers seeking solace or inspiration within these hallowed halls. Stepneians were not confined solely within their district; they ventured outwards too. People from this vibrant community traveled far beyond East London to engage in hop picking adventures in Kent—creating memories that would last lifetimes. Policemen standing guard outside houses on Sidney Street symbolize both protection and vigilance.