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Manchester Union Schools, Swinton
The Manchester Union Industrial School at Swinton. The school, where 800 pauper children were housed and educated away from the workhouse, was established in 1843, one of the earliest of its type. It was the subject of the article " A Day in a Pauper Palace" by Charles Dickens
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Manchester Union Schools, Swinton photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of one of the earliest Industrial Schools, established in 1843 to house and educate 800 pauper children away from the workhouse. Add this historical treasure to your home or office decor, and let the story of Manchester Union Schools, Swinton, live on.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Manchester Union Schools at Swinton: A Victorian Haven for Pauper Children in the Heart of Industrial Manchester This evocative photograph captures the Manchester Union Schools at Swinton, an extraordinary institution established in 1843 to house and educate over 800 pauper children away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. One of the earliest of its kind, the Manchester Union Schools were a pioneering response to the growing issue of poverty and homelessness in Victorian and Edwardian Manchester. The grand entrance of the school, with its ornate stonework and tall, arched windows, stands as a testament to the commitment of those who sought to provide a better future for these children. Inside, they were offered a semblance of home and the opportunity for an education that would equip them with the skills necessary to break the cycle of poverty. The Manchester Union Schools were the subject of Charles Dickens' article, "A Day in a Pauper Palace," which provided a vivid account of life within the institution's walls. Dickens' piece highlighted the stark contrast between the deplorable conditions of the workhouse and the relative comfort and care offered at the Manchester Union Schools. The photograph, taken in 1904, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the architectural beauty and historical significance of this once-pioneering institution. The Manchester Union Schools at Swinton serve as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by the most vulnerable members of society during the Victorian and Edwardian eras and the efforts made to address the issue of poverty and homelessness.
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