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The Fairbridge Society
Advertisement for The Fairbridge Society, a charity founded by Kingsley Fairbridge in 1909 for the furtherance of child emigration to the colonies to help orphans and impoverished children in Britain. This advert shows a young boy Left behind! in the slums of England while his friends are enjoying the open space of Australia
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1954 Behind Charitable Charity Colonies Colony Community Emigrant Emigration Hoop Immigration Impoverished Orphans Slums Fairbridge
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A poignant reminder of a bygone era, this photograph captures the stark contrast between the grim reality of life in the slums of England during the 1950s and the promise of a better future offered by The Fairbridge Society. Founded by Kingsley Fairbridge in 1909, this charitable organization sought to provide a new lease of life for orphaned and impoverished children in Britain by facilitating their emigration to the colonies. In this evocative advertisement from 1954, we see a young boy, left behind, peering through a hoop at his friends who have already embarked on their journey to Australia. The open space, blue skies, and sunshine of the Australian colony stand in stark contrast to the cramped, grey, and dreary streets of England. The boys in Australia are shown playing and laughing, their faces filled with joy and excitement. The Fairbridge Society's mission was to give these children a chance at a better life, to help them escape the cycle of poverty and hardship that seemed inescapable in England. Through its various programs, the Society provided education, training, and support to help these children build new lives in the colonies. This powerful advertisement serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by children in England during the 1950s and the transformative impact of The Fairbridge Society. It is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and the belief that every child deserves a chance at a better future.
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