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Children playing in a pond in 1914 CC71_00076
BARRACKS LANE, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire. Children playing in the sheep-washing pool on a hot summers day. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1914. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1676757
Filename: cc71_00076.jpg
Size: 4960 x 3796 (6.2MB)
Date: 30th July 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
Child Hood Leisure People Play Pond Recreation
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This photo print, taken by the talented Henry Taunt in 1914, transports us back to a simpler time. Nestled within the idyllic surroundings of Barracks Lane in Cowley, Oxfordshire, a group of children find respite from the scorching summer heat by frolicking in a pond. Their innocent laughter echoes through the air as they splash and play with pure abandon. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness childhood at its finest - carefree and full of wonder. The sheep-washing pool serves as their personal oasis, offering relief from both the sweltering temperatures and everyday worries that seem so distant now. These young souls embrace leisurely moments with unadulterated joy, reminding us all to cherish life's simplest pleasures. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of how recreation has evolved over time. In an era before smartphones and video games dominated our attention spans, children found solace outdoors amidst nature's beauty. This photograph encapsulates an era when imagination thrived without digital distractions; where friendships were forged through shared adventures rather than virtual connections. Henry Taunt's lens captures not just a scene but an entire epoch - one filled with innocence and boundless energy. It invites us to reflect on our own childhood memories while inspiring future generations to seek joy beyond screens and embrace the world around them.
