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Queuing For Dinner
Children at a British board school queue for free school dinners, circa 1900. Board schools were established in the late victorian period in response to the Elementary Education acts of 1870 and 1876, which made made attendance at elementary schools compulsory for all children. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11798944
© 2005 Getty Images
15782 Child Drink Education Food Pupil Schoolboy Schoolgirl Waiting Diry Elliptical Format
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating 'Queuing For Dinner' jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse collection. This intriguing puzzle, featuring a historic image by Hulton Archive, showcases children lining up for free school dinners at a British board school in the late Victorian era. Ideal for families and history enthusiasts, this high-quality puzzle offers a delightful challenge for all ages. Immerse yourself in the rich history of board schools and relive the charm of a bygone era, piece by piece.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Queuing For Dinner - A Glimpse into British Board School Life in the 1900s
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, takes us back to a significant era in British history. Circa 1900, we witness a group of children patiently waiting in line for their free school dinners at a board school. During this time, the Elementary Education acts of 1870 and 1876 mandated compulsory attendance at elementary schools for all children. These board schools were established as a response to these acts, providing education opportunities previously unavailable to many. The image portrays an elliptical landscape format with young boys and girls standing together, showcasing the diversity within the student body. Clad in traditional attire of that period, they eagerly await their turn while holding onto their diry (dinner) boxes. This snapshot offers insight into not only the importance placed on education but also highlights efforts made to ensure students' nutritional needs were met. The provision of free school dinners aimed to support disadvantaged families who may have struggled to provide adequate meals for their children. As we delve into this historical moment frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how far our educational systems have come since then. This photograph from Fine Art Storehouse is more than just an artistic representation; it encapsulates social progress and compassion towards nurturing young minds through both education and sustenance.
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