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Spiddal Orphan Home, Nead le Farrige, Galway - Girls
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Spiddal Orphan Home, Nead le Farrige, Galway - Girls
Girls at the Spiddal Orphan Home, Nead le Farrige, Galway, Ireland. Date: circa 1902
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Galway Orphan Orphanage Orphans Welfare 1902 Childrens Spiddal
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Spiddal Orphan Home, Nead le Farrige, in Galway, Ireland, circa 1902. The image shows a group of young girls, dressed in simple, matching outfits, gathered around a table in the home's common area. Their expressions are a mix of curiosity, playfulness, and seriousness, suggesting a range of emotions experienced by children in their care. The Spiddal Orphan Home was established in the late 19th century to provide shelter, care, and education for orphaned, abandoned, or destitute children in the Galway area. Run by the Sisters of Mercy, the home offered a refuge for those in need, providing them with a sense of security and stability. Despite the challenges they faced, these girls are shown here engaged in an activity, likely a lesson or a game, demonstrating the importance of education and socialization in their lives. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children at the Spiddal Orphan Home, highlighting the role of institutions like this in providing care and support to vulnerable children during a time when such resources were scarce. The image is a poignant reminder of the past and the resilience of children, even in the face of adversity. It also underscores the importance of continued efforts to support children in need, ensuring they have access to the resources and opportunities they deserve to thrive.
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