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Bristol Red Cross Hospital
WW1 - Bristol Red Cross Hospital (Royal Infirmary) - note the convalescing soldiers and their families. Date: circa 1916
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Bristol Families Invalids Oct19 Southern Wounded
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This poignant photograph captures the scene at the Bristol Red Cross Hospital, also known as the Royal Infirmary, during the First World War, circa 1916. The hospital, located in Bristol, England, was established to provide care and support for wounded soldiers and their families. The image shows a group of soldiers, some in military uniforms and others in civilian clothes, engaging in various activities to aid in their recovery. The presence of their families adds to the sense of warmth and compassionate care that was provided at the hospital. The Second Southern General Hospital, as it was also known, was a significant medical facility during the war, treating thousands of soldiers from the British Army and other Allied forces. The hospital was equipped with the latest medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated medical professionals, including surgeons, nurses, and orderlies. The soldiers in the photograph appear to be taking part in various rehabilitation activities, such as playing cards, reading, and writing letters home. These activities were essential in helping the soldiers to regain their strength and morale during their long recovery process. The presence of their families not only provided emotional support but also allowed for a sense of normalcy and familiarity during their time in the hospital. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families during the First World War and the crucial role that hospitals like the Bristol Red Cross Hospital played in their care and recovery.
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