Christs Hospital - Main Entrance in Newgate Street
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Christs Hospital - Main Entrance in Newgate Street
Christs Hospital - Main Entrance in Newgate Street. The schools Tudor uniform consists of belted, long blue coats with knee-breeches, yellow socks, and bands at the neck. The uniform has been in place since 1552. The school left the london buildings (to move to Sussex) in 1902, giving this card a date close to the turn of the century. Date: circa 1900
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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This evocative photograph captures the main entrance of Christ's Hospital in Newgate Street, London, circa 1900. The Tudor-style school, founded in 1552 by King Edward VI, is renowned for its distinctive bluecoat uniform, which has remained unchanged since its inception. The scholars in the image are seen wearing the traditional outfit consisting of belted, long blue coats with knee-breeches, yellow socks, and bands at the neck. The school vacated its London buildings in 1902 and relocated to Sussex, making this photograph a poignant reminder of the institution's rich history. The main entrance is adorned with a grand doorway, framed by two statues of King Edward VI and a bugler, symbolizing the school's royal foundation and military traditions. The lantern atop the doorway casts a warm glow over the scene, illuminating the intricate carvings and details of the Tudor architecture. The grey skies above add an atmospheric touch to the image, further emphasizing the historical significance of the moment. The greyfriars, or monks, in the background, dressed in their distinctive brown robes, add an additional layer of intrigue to the scene. The image is a testament to the grandeur and tradition of Christ's Hospital, a school that has shaped the lives of countless scholars for over four centuries.
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