Shirley Warren Infirmary, Southampton
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Shirley Warren Infirmary, Southampton
Ward interior at Shirley Warren Infirmary, Southampton. It was erected by Southampton Incorporation (Southamptons poor relief authority) in 1902 at a site on Tremona Road, Shirley Warren. It later became the Borough Hospital and then Southampton General Hospital
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Authority Beds Borough Health Hospitals Incorporation Infirmary L Aw Nurse Nurses Nursing Patient Patients Poor Poverty Shirley Southampton Treatment Ward Warren 1902
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Haven of Healing: The Ward Interior at Shirley Warren Infirmary, Southampton, 1904. This evocative photograph captures the interior of a ward at Shirley Warren Infirmary in Southampton, England, circa 1904. Established in 1902 by the Southampton Incorporation, the poor relief authority of the city, this institution was built on Tremona Road in Shirley Warren to provide relief and treatment for the less fortunate members of the community. Initially known as the Borough Hospital, it later became Southampton General Hospital. The image reveals the meticulously arranged beds, each adorned with a pillow and a blanket, suggesting a sense of care and comfort for the patients. The room is bathed in natural light, filtering in through the large windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The Edwardian-style decor, with its ornate wallpaper and wooden furnishings, exudes an air of elegance and sophistication, belied by the humble purpose of the institution. The presence of a nurse, dressed in her starched uniform and holding a chart, underscores the medical nature of the facility. She stands attentively by the bedside of a patient, her expression one of concern and compassion. This scene encapsulates the spirit of care and dedication that characterized the nursing profession during this era. The Shirley Warren Infirmary, with its unassuming exterior and nurturing interior, served as a vital source of medical care and housing for the needy residents of Southampton. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of healthcare and social welfare in the early 1900s, providing a poignant reminder of the importance of community support and the human touch in the provision of medical care.
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