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Training Ship Arethusa
Boys in naval uniform exercise on the training ship Arethusa, moored on the Thames at Greenhithe and run by the National Refuge for Homeless and Destitute Children. Supported by the Earl of Shaftesbury, the charity was later renamed Shaftesbury Homes and Arethusa. Date: Date unknown
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Arethusa Charity Date Destitute Exercise Greenhithe Homeless Moored Refuge Renamed Shaftesbury Supported Unknown
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time on the Thames at Greenhithe, where a group of boys in naval uniforms are seen engaged in exercise drills aboard the Training Ship Arethusa. The vessel, moored on the river, was run by the National Refuge for Homeless and Destitute Children, a charity founded to provide a safe and structured environment for children in need. The Earl of Shaftesbury was a prominent supporter of the organization, and his influence helped shape its future direction. The Training Ship Arethusa was a unique initiative that combined the discipline and structure of naval life with the compassionate care of a charitable institution. The boys, dressed in their crisp uniforms, are seen practicing drills with focused determination, reflecting the rigorous training regimen that was an integral part of life aboard the ship. The National Refuge for Homeless and Destitute Children was later renamed Shaftesbury Homes and Arethusa, in honor of the Earl's enduring support. The charity's mission was to provide a sense of stability and purpose for children who had been left without the basic necessities of life. Through the sea-based training program, the boys were not only given a roof over their heads and regular meals, but also the opportunity to learn valuable skills and build character. The exact date of this photograph is unknown, but it serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of compassionate care and the enduring impact of charitable initiatives on the lives of those in need.
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