Commercial Travellers Schools, Pinner - Boys Drill
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Commercial Travellers Schools, Pinner - Boys Drill
Commercial Travellers Schools, Pinner. Boys Boys perform a drill routine. Date: circa 1906
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© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Commercial Drill Orphan Orphanage Orphans Perform Pinner Routine Schools Welfare Childrens
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1906, depicts a group of young boys from the Commercial Travellers Schools in Pinner, England, as they perform a drill routine. The Commercial Travellers Schools were established to provide education and care for the children of commercial travellers, who were often forced to leave their families behind while they worked long hours on the road. The boys in this image, dressed in neat uniforms and focused intently on their drill instructions, exude a sense of discipline and order. Drill routines were an essential part of the curriculum at the Commercial Travellers Schools, teaching the boys essential skills such as obedience, teamwork, and physical fitness. Despite the challenging circumstances that led these boys to the orphanage, the photograph reveals a moment of joy and camaraderie. The boys' expressions suggest a sense of pride and accomplishment as they execute the drill moves in unison. This historical image offers a glimpse into the past, providing insight into the lives of children who were often overlooked and forgotten. The Commercial Travellers Schools played a vital role in providing care and education to these children, ensuring they received the opportunities they deserved to build a better future. The photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of social welfare and the impact it can have on the lives of children, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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