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Blantyre House Detention Centre, Goudhurst
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Blantyre House Detention Centre, Goudhurst
Inmates lined up on for the one o clock parade at the Blantyre House Detention Centre for young offenders, Goudhurst, Kent. Date: circa 1950
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1950 Blantyre Detention Goudhurst Inmates Lined Oclock Offenders Parade
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Blantyre House Detention Centre for young offenders in Goudhurst, Kent, circa 1950. The image shows a line of young men, dressed in uniform, standing at attention during the one o'clock parade. The Centre, which was operated by the Ministry of Education, provided accommodation and training for boys under the age of 17 who had been committed to the care of the State for their rehabilitation. The parade was a daily routine that instilled discipline and order, preparing the boys for their eventual reintegration into society. The boys' expressions vary, some focused and determined, others more hesitant, reflecting the complex emotions and challenges faced during their time at the Centre. Blantyre House, set in the picturesque Kent countryside, offered a contrast to the urban environments many of the boys came from. The Centre provided education, vocational training, and recreational activities, with the aim of helping the boys develop the skills and mindset necessary to lead productive and law-abiding lives upon their release. This photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the lives of these young offenders, highlighting the importance of discipline, structure, and rehabilitation in the juvenile justice system.
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