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Childrens ward BL12177
Filename: bl12177.jpg
Size: 4840 x 3909 (8.9MB)
Date: 25th May 1893
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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Childrens ward BL12177
THE HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN, Great Ormond Street, London. Interior of the Clarence Ward showing nurses and children. The Hospital for Sick Children later became known as Great Ormond Street Hospital. Photographed for the secretary of the hospital by Bedford Lemere and Co. in May 1893
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Media ID 4560645
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Child Hood Medical People Play Victorian
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the Children's Ward at The Hospital for Sick Children, now famously known as Great Ormond Street Hospital. The interior of Clarence Ward is beautifully captured by Bedford Lemere and Co. , showcasing a scene filled with nurses attending to their young patients. In this Victorian-era image, we see children immersed in various activities that bring a sense of normalcy amidst their medical challenges. Some are engaged in playful games while others eagerly listen to stories told by caring nurses. Despite the somber atmosphere that often accompanies hospitals, there is an undeniable air of resilience and hope within these walls. The photograph not only documents the architectural features of the ward but also serves as a poignant reminder of how far pediatric medicine has advanced over time. It offers insight into the compassionate care provided to sick children during an era when medical knowledge was still evolving. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it evokes feelings of admiration for both the dedicated healthcare professionals who tirelessly worked to improve young lives and for those brave little souls who faced adversity with unwavering spirit. This photograph encapsulates childhood innocence intertwined with medical realities—a testament to humanity's enduring commitment towards nurturing our future generations through times of hardship.
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