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Hereford Industrial School Basket Making
Boys sitting making baskets at the Hereford Industrial School. Date: early 1900s
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1. Title: "A Moment of Focus: Boys Engaged in Basket Making at Hereford Industrial School, Early 1900s" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a quiet moment at the Hereford Industrial School in the early 1900s. The image shows a group of boys intently focused on their work, each seated at a small table, skillfully weaving baskets from wicker or raffia. Their expressions reveal a sense of concentration and determination as they carefully shape the materials into intricate patterns. The Hereford Industrial School, established in 1857, was a residential institution designed to provide care and education for children who were orphaned, neglected, or otherwise in need of a safe and nurturing environment. The school offered various trades and industries to teach the children valuable skills and prepare them for a future of self-sufficiency. Basket making was just one of the many vocational programs available to the boys, promoting both creativity and practicality. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of education, care, and the power of learning a trade during a time when such opportunities were not readily available to all. The boys' dedication to their craft not only allowed them to create beautiful and functional baskets but also instilled a sense of pride and accomplishment. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a deeper understanding of the lives of children in care during the early 1900s and the essential role that industrial schools played in shaping their futures.
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