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Swansea Boys Camp Band, Oxwich
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Swansea Boys Camp Band, Oxwich
In 1906, the boys of the Swansea Union Cottage Homes and the Swansea Industrial School camped together for several weeks by the sea at Oxwich. Here, the entire camp is lined with some of their tents. Date: 1906
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that defined the Swansea Boys Camp of 1906. The image shows the entire camp, comprised of boys from the Swansea Union Cottage Homes and the Swansea Industrial School, lined up with their tents at their temporary site by the picturesque shores of Oxwich. The boys, dressed in their uniforms, appear excited and eager as they prepare for another day of activities by the sea. The Swansea Union Cottage Homes and the Swansea Industrial School were institutions that provided care and education for children in need, and the annual camping trip was a much-anticipated event for the boys. The camping trips were organized to give the children a break from their daily routines and to provide them with new experiences and opportunities for growth. The beautiful location of Oxwich, with its sandy beaches and clear blue waters, provided the perfect backdrop for the boys' summer adventure. They spent their days swimming, fishing, hiking, and engaging in various team-building activities. The camping trips not only provided the boys with valuable life skills and memories, but also fostered a sense of community and friendship that lasted long after the summer had ended. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a simpler time, when the simple pleasures of nature and the company of friends could bring joy and happiness to the lives of children. It is a testament to the enduring power of community and the importance of providing opportunities for children to learn, grow, and thrive outside of their daily routines.
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