Canvas Print : Scouts during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa
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Scouts during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa
Scouts at the Gold Coast Hospital during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa. They are standing by the bed of a sick boy patient, with a nurse alongside. Date: 1951
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Media ID 14166590
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
1951 Accra Bandage Bandaged Benevolence Benevolent Charitable Charity Deeds Ghana Good Nurse Patient Sick Week Scout Scouting Scouts
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Scouts during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This inspiring image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to 1951, where Scouts in Ghana show their compassion and support during Accra Scout Week. The photograph brilliantly captures the moment as Scouts and a nurse gather around a sick boy's bedside in the Gold Coast Hospital. This striking canvas print is a testament to the enduring spirit of community and the unwavering dedication of Scouts. Add a touch of history and inspiration to your home or office with this evocative piece from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment from the Accra Scout Week in Ghana, West Africa, in 1951. The scene takes place at the Gold Coast Hospital, where a group of Scouts, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, gather around the bedside of a sick boy. A compassionate nurse, also in uniform, stands nearby, assisting the Scouts as they offer support and comfort to the patient. The Scouts' expressions of concern and determination are palpable, reflecting the values of the Scouting movement - duty to others, respect for authority, and the pursuit of personal development. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the charitable and benevolent spirit of Scouting, which has been a cornerstone of the organization since its inception. The year was 1951, a time when the world was on the cusp of significant change. The 1950s, also known as the "Fifties," were marked by post-war optimism and a renewed focus on community and service. This photograph captures a moment of unity and goodwill amidst the challenges of the time. The Scouts' presence at the hospital during Accra Scout Week was likely part of a larger effort to give back to the community and provide assistance to those in need. Their actions, though simple, were undoubtedly meaningful and impactful for the patients and their families. This photograph is an important historical record of Scouting in Ghana during the 1950s and offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the enduring power of community, compassion, and the Scouting spirit.
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