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Framed Print : Stoke Farm Reformatory for Boys, Stoke Prior, Worcestershire
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Stoke Farm Reformatory for Boys, Stoke Prior, Worcestershire
Inmates of the Reformatory for Boys, at Stoke Prior, near Bromsgrove, at work in their own garden plots. An annual competition was held to judge the best design. Garden design 2nd place, 1913. Date: 1913
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Media ID 19279980
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Inmates of Stoke Farm Reformatory for Boys in Stoke Prior, Worcestershire, working in their garden plots during a competition in 1913. The second place design showcases their dedication and creativity. This vintage photograph is a unique addition to any space, telling a story of the past while adding timeless beauty to your decor. Order your Framed Print today and bring history into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet industry and rehabilitation at the Stoke Farm Reformatory for Boys in Stoke Prior, Worcestershire, England, in 1913. The image shows a group of young inmates tending to their own garden plots, with the second place winner of the annual garden design competition proudly displaying his award in the foreground. The reformatory, which was established in the late 19th century, aimed to provide a corrective environment for wayward boys between the ages of 7 and 16, offering them education, training, and discipline in the hope of reforming them and preparing them for a productive and law-abiding life upon their release. Gardening was just one of many trades and skills that the boys were taught during their time at the reformatory. The cultivation of their own plots not only provided them with a sense of accomplishment and pride, but also helped to instill valuable lessons in responsibility, hard work, and self-sufficiency. The annual garden competition added an element of friendly competition and motivation, encouraging the boys to strive for excellence and improvement in their gardening skills. Despite the challenging circumstances that led these boys to the reformatory, the photograph testifies to the transformative power of education, training, and a supportive environment in helping them to develop essential life skills and regain their self-worth. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of second chances and the potential for growth and renewal, even in the most unexpected places.
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