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City of London Union Workhouse Infirmary, Bow Road
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City of London Union Workhouse Infirmary, Bow Road
Situated where Mile End Road continues as Bow Road, the City of London Union Infirmary later St Clement's Hospital) opened in 1849 as the City of London Union workhouse. Date: 1905
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Co
1849 Clements Continues Homeless Homelessness Infirmary Mile Opened Poverty Situated Workhouse Workhouses
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This historic print captures the City of London Union Workhouse Infirmary on Bow Road in 1905. Situated where Mile End Road transitions into Bow Road, this building served as a refuge for the impoverished and homeless residents of London. Originally opened in 1849 as a workhouse, it later became known as St Clement's Hospital.
The stark architecture of the infirmary stands as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by those who sought shelter within its walls. In an era marked by widespread poverty and inadequate housing, institutions like these provided a last resort for individuals struggling to survive on the streets.
As we gaze upon this image from over a century ago, we are transported back to a time when homelessness was rampant and social services were scarce. The City of London Union Workhouse Infirmary symbolizes both the desperation of those in need and the efforts made by society to address their plight.
Today, this building may no longer serve its original purpose, but its legacy lives on in our collective memory. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in addressing issues of poverty and homelessness, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges that still exist in our modern world.
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