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Grove Fever Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
Birds eye view of the Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey (now South London), one of five new hospitals opened by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1890s for the treatment of infectious diseases such as scarlet fever and diphtheria. During the First World War it became the Grove Military Hospital. The site is now occupied by St Georges Hospital
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1. Title: A Historical Panorama of Grove Fever Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey: A Victorian-Era Sanctuary for Infectious Diseases and a Wartime Military Hospital This evocative bird's-eye view photograph captures the Grove Fever Hospital in Tooting Grove, Surrey, a significant historical landmark that once stood as a beacon of hope and care for those afflicted by infectious diseases such as scarlet fever and diphtheria during the late Victorian era. Established in the 1890s by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, this hospital was one of five new institutions designed to address the growing need for specialized medical care in the face of poverty and overcrowded living conditions. The image reveals an impressive architectural layout, with meticulously planned buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The hospital's design was intended to minimize the spread of infection, ensuring that patients received the best possible care in a safe and controlled environment. During the First World War, the Grove Hospital transformed into the Grove Military Hospital, providing essential medical services to wounded soldiers. This period marked a significant shift in the hospital's mission, as it became an integral part of the war effort, offering care and support to those who bravely served their country. Today, the site where the Grove Hospital once stood is occupied by St. George's Hospital, a testament to the enduring legacy of medical care and innovation in the area. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a unique perspective on the history of healthcare, poverty, and war time resilience in South London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This image is part of the extensive collection of historical photographs available at Mary Evans Prints Online, offering researchers, historians, and enthusiasts a wealth of knowledge and insight into various aspects of history, from the Victorian era to the modern day.
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