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British Orphan Asylum, Slough 1865
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British Orphan Asylum, Slough 1865
Exterior of British Orphan Asylum, Slough. Date: 1865
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1865 Asylum Buckinghamshire Clapham Institution Orphan Orphans Slough Childrens
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This evocative image captures the exterior of the British Orphan Asylum in Slough, Buckinghamshire, England, in the year 1865. The British Orphan Asylum, also known as the Slough Institution, was an essential charitable institution established to provide care and education for orphaned and destitute children in the mid-19th century. The Asylum was founded under the auspices of the Clapham Sect, a group of Evangelical Christians from London who were committed to social reform and the alleviation of poverty and suffering. The photograph reveals a grand, imposing Victorian building with intricate architectural details, reflecting the commitment of its founders to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the children in their care. The children, clad in uniforms, can be seen playing and socializing in the courtyard, surrounded by the watchful eyes of the institution's caretakers. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the British Orphan Asylum, providing a poignant reminder of the vital role that such institutions played in the lives of thousands of children during the Victorian era. The British Orphan Asylum in Slough was just one of many charitable institutions established during this period to address the needs of the most vulnerable members of society. The image serves as a testament to the compassion and generosity of the Victorians, who recognized the importance of providing care and education to those in need, and who sought to create a better future for the next generation.
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