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Boys at Marlborough College
Boys at Marlborough College, a public boarding school in Marlborough, Wiltshire, with their brew boxes. The boys eat from tins, pans or wrappers or drink from cups or bottles. Date: 1962
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1962 Boarding Boxes Brew College Eating Marlborough Schools Trunks Tuck Wiltshire
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Boys at Marlborough College, Wiltshire, 1962: A Snapshot of Daily Life in a British Public Boarding School This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Marlborough College, a prestigious public boarding school located in the picturesque town of Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Established in 1843, Marlborough College has a rich history of providing quality education to British boys, many of whom have gone on to distinguished careers in various fields. In this image, a group of young boys, dressed in their school uniforms, gather around their 'brew boxes' during a break from their studies. The boys, with their youthful energy and determination, are seen enjoying their tuck - an allowance of food and drink that they could purchase from the school tuck shop. The brew boxes, a common feature of British boarding schools during the 1960s, served as portable storage solutions for the boys' food and drink. The boys in the photograph are seen eating from various containers - some from tins, others from pans or wrappers. They drink from cups or bottles, savoring the taste of their hard-earned treats. The boys' trunks, neatly arranged beside them, are a testament to the transient nature of boarding school life. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of boys at Marlborough College during the 1960s. It captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when boys learned the importance of independence, self-reliance, and the joy of simple pleasures. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and traditions of British public boarding schools and the enduring memories they create.
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