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Annual Festival at the Crystal Palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind, Upper Norwood (engraving)
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Annual Festival at the Crystal Palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind, Upper Norwood (engraving)
1041007 Annual Festival at the Crystal Palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind, Upper Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annual Festival at the Crystal Palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind, Upper Norwood. Illustration for The Graphic, 1 August 1885.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22514780
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This engraving captures the Annual Festival at the Crystal Palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind in Upper Norwood. The image showcases a vibrant scene filled with energy, as blind boys and girls participate in various activities and exercises. The architectural grandeur of the Crystal Palace provides a stunning backdrop to this celebration of ability and determination. In one corner, we see students engaged in vaulting horse exercise, displaying their strength and agility despite their visual impairments. In another area, prizes are being distributed to deserving individuals who have excelled academically or demonstrated exceptional talent. The festival also includes ring exercises, where students showcase their coordination and teamwork skills. A ladder see-saw adds an element of fun to the event, bringing smiles to both participants' faces and onlookers alike. Notably present is Princess Frederica of Hanover, whose presence highlights the importance placed on inclusivity by royalty during this time period. This engraving serves as a powerful reminder that disabilities do not define individuals but rather highlight their resilience and capacity for achievement. It celebrates these remarkable students who overcome challenges daily while fostering a sense of community among them. Through this image's intricate details, we witness how education empowers those with sightless eyes to lead fulfilling lives despite societal misconceptions about disability.
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