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Boys Exercise Drill at Loxdale, Upper Portslade, Sussex
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Boys Exercise Drill at Loxdale, Upper Portslade, Sussex
Staff take boys through an exercise drill at Loxdale home at Upper Portslade, Sussex, run by the Reformatory and Rescue Union (later known as the Childrens Aid Society, and merged with Barnardos in 1966). Date: Circa 1900
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1862 Brighton Date Drill Exercise Founded Portslade Unknown Upper
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This evocative photograph captures a moment from the past, as boys at Loxdale Home in Upper Portslade, Sussex, engage in a disciplined exercise drill under the watchful eye of their caretakers. Established in 1862, Loxdale Home was founded by the Reformatory and Rescue Union, later known as the Children's Aid Society, with the aim of providing a safe and nurturing environment for neglected and delinquent boys. The Union's mission was to help these boys become responsible and productive members of society through education, training, and moral guidance. The scene in this photograph, taken circa 1900, shows the boys in bright uniforms, focused and determined as they follow the instructions of their staff. The drill, likely a daily routine, would have helped to instill discipline, teamwork, and physical fitness. The setting, with its open fields and clear skies, suggests a sense of hope and renewal. Despite the stern appearance of the drill, Loxdale Home offered a sanctuary for boys who had faced adversity in their young lives. The Union's approach, which emphasized care, compassion, and rehabilitation, was groundbreaking for its time and paved the way for modern child welfare services. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of care and support in shaping the lives of vulnerable children.
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