River ambulances Albert Victor, Geneva Cross, Maltese Cross
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River ambulances Albert Victor, Geneva Cross, Maltese Cross
View of the river ambulances Albert Victor, Geneva Cross and Maltese Cross. They were operated by the Metropolitan Asylums Board to transport smallpox patients from London down the Thames to the hospital ships Atlas, Endymion and Castalia, which were moored at Long Reach near Dartford, Kent
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Ambulance Ambulances Asylums Atlas Dartford Disease Endymion Funnel Funnels Geneva Health Illness Isolation Maltese Metropolitan Moored Nurse Nurses Nursing Patient Patients Reach Small Pox Victor Workhouse 1902 Albert Castalia Port Hole
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This evocative photograph captures the sight of three river ambulances, the Albert Victor, Geneva Cross, and Maltese Cross, docked along the River Thames in 1902. Operated by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, these vessels were instrumental in transporting smallpox patients from London to hospital ships moored at Long Reach near Dartford, Kent. The ships, named Atlas, Endymion, and Castalia, provided essential isolation and medical care for those afflicted with the contagious disease during the Edwardian era. The Albert Victor, Geneva Cross, and Maltese Cross were unique in their design, with distinct funnels and port holes, and were manned by dedicated nurses and medical staff. The Geneva Cross and Maltese Cross were named after the humanitarian symbols of the Red Cross and the Knights Hospitaller, respectively, reflecting the compassionate and caring nature of the mission. The photograph offers a glimpse into the history of public health and medical care during a time when smallpox was a significant threat to the population. The use of river ambulances allowed for efficient and effective transportation of patients, reducing the risk of infection spreading further in the densely populated city of London. The sight of these vessels on the Thames serves as a poignant reminder of the crucial role they played in the fight against disease and the dedication of those who worked to care for the sick during this critical period in history. The Albert Victor, Geneva Cross, and Maltese Cross were not just symbols of hope and healing, but also testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who worked tirelessly to ensure the health and wellbeing of their communities. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when the power of compassion and innovation came together to combat the spread of illness and save lives.
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