A penny dinner for board school children
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A penny dinner for board school children
Children in a board school have dinner for a penny. Date: 14 March 1885
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"This evocative image captures a moment in time from the late Victorian era, depicting children in a board school enjoying their penny dinner on March 14, 1885. Board schools, established to provide education for children whose parents could not afford to keep them at home, were a significant part of the British educational system during this period. The children, dressed in their neat uniforms, sit attentively at long tables, each holding a plate and a spoon. A pot of stew or soup is passed along the table, while a server pours out glasses of milk from a large jug. The cost of one penny covered the meal, which was intended to provide the children with a nutritious and sustaining dinner, ensuring they were well-nourished for their education. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of communal dining and the role it played in the lives of these children, many of whom would have come from impoverished backgrounds. The photograph, taken on December 21, 1885, by an unknown photographer, provides a valuable historical record of the daily lives of children in Victorian Britain." This caption offers a descriptive and informative account of the image, highlighting its historical significance and context. It also emphasizes the importance of the penny dinner in the lives of board school children and the role it played in their education and nourishment. The use of specific dates and details adds to the authenticity and accuracy of the caption.
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