Act III Scene II
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Act III Scene II
Act III Scene II Date: 1924
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© BPEOSA/BPE Archive Image Collection / Mary Evans
Archive Bedford Bpeosa College Physical Pupil Pupils Student Students 1924
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, sourced from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, transports us back in time to Act III Scene II of a physical education class at Bedford College for Women in London, England, in 1924. The date and setting are marked by the vintage attire of the students and the wooden equipment scattered throughout the room. The scene showcases a dedicated group of young women, focused intently on their instructor as she demonstrates a physical exercise. The students, dressed in simple, practical gym uniforms, mirror her movements with determination and precision. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie and determination, as these young women embrace the importance of physical education in their lives. Physical education had become an integral part of the curriculum at women's colleges in the early 20th century, as the importance of health and fitness for women gained recognition. The establishment of the British Physical Education Association (BPEA) in 1897 and the Physical Education and Recreation Association for Women (PERA) in the United States in 1923 further solidified the movement. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a historical record of the evolution of physical education for women in the 1920s. It serves as a reminder of the dedication and perseverance of these early students and their instructors, who paved the way for future generations to prioritize their health and well-being through physical activity.
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