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A photograph of a child sitting on the pavement in a Liverpool slum housing area
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A photograph of a child sitting on the pavement in a Liverpool slum housing area
A photograph of a child sitting on the pavement in a Liverpool slum housing area. The view looks towards the docks from the Netherfield Road area towards Scotland Road. 11th November 1949
White
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
England
WA*1912433
Media ID 21301997
© Mirrorpix
6 7 Years Empty Loneliness Merseyside One Boy Only Play
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This poignant photograph captures a snapshot of life in a Liverpool slum housing area during the 1940s. In the image, we see a young child sitting alone on the pavement, surrounded by empty streets. The view stretches towards the bustling docks from the Netherfield Road area to Scotland Road, symbolizing both hope and hardship. The boy, around six or seven years old, exudes an air of loneliness that is palpable even through the lens. His small figure against the vast backdrop of dilapidated buildings speaks volumes about the challenging living conditions faced by many families at that time. Despite his surroundings, there is a sense of resilience in this child's posture. Perhaps he has found solace in play amidst adversity or is simply lost in his own world for a brief moment. This street scene encapsulates not only one boy's experience but also serves as a powerful reminder of countless others who shared similar struggles. Preserved by White under Memory Lane Prints, this print transports us back to an era defined by its hardships and yet characterized by unwavering spirit. It invites us to reflect on our collective history while urging us to ensure that no child today experiences such deprivation and isolation.
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