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Children in Council housing, London
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Children in Council housing, London
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
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This vintage lantern slide depicts a group of children playing and interacting in the communal courtyard of a council housing complex in London during the early 20th century. The children, dressed in clothing typical of the era, appear to be enjoying a sunny day, with some engaging in games while others look on. The council housing complex, a product of the social reforms of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, was designed to provide affordable housing for the working class and those in need. The brick buildings, with their intricate architectural details and tall chimneys, evoke a sense of history and tradition. The children's laughter and playful energy contrast sharply with the somber and serious tone often associated with images of council housing from this period. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the everyday lives of children growing up in council housing in London during a time of great social change. The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, from which this image is taken, is a valuable resource for historians, educators, and anyone interested in the social history of London and its people.
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