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Inmates of Union Workhouse, Shipston on Stour, Worcs
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Inmates of Union Workhouse, Shipston on Stour, Worcs
Aged female inmates of the Union workhouse believed to be at Shipston on Stour, Worcestershire. The women are wearing the typical workhouse uniform of long dress, shawl, apron, and bonnet
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the lives of elderly female inmates at the Union Workhouse in Shipston on Stour, Worcestershire, during the early 1900s. The women, dressed in the typical workhouse uniform of long dresses, shawls, aprons, and bonnets, sit on a bench, their faces etched with the lines of age and hardship. The scene is one of quiet despair, as the women, likely paupers with no other shelter or means of support, wait for their daily tasks or perhaps a meager meal. The Union Workhouse, established to provide relief for the destitute and homeless, was a last resort for those who had no other means of survival. The women's uniforms, with their long, drab dresses, heavy aprons, and plain bonnets, served as a stark reminder of their poverty and the harsh realities of life in the workhouse. The photograph, taken around 1911, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the age-old struggle against poverty and homelessness. The image is a poignant testament to the resilience and determination of these women, who endured the hardships of the workhouse system with dignity and grace.
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