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Prison Hulks: Ward on board the convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich. This hulk held 600
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Prison Hulks: Ward on board the convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich. This hulk held 600
Prison Hulks: Ward on board the convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich. This hulk held 600 and was an intermediate confinement between an ordinary gaol or transportation. Prisoners were used as labourers in the dockyards From The Illustrated London News, 1848.Wood engraving
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1848 Board Confinement Convict Crime Gaol Held Hulk Illustrated Intermediate Jail Labourers News Order Ordinary Prison Prisoners Punishment Transportation Ward Warrior Wood Woolwich Dockyards Hulks
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This print takes us back to the year 1848, offering a glimpse into the somber reality of prison life in England. The image showcases the interior of the convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich, an imposing vessel that served as an intermediate confinement for 600 prisoners. These hulks were a unique form of punishment, bridging the gap between ordinary gaols and transportation. The scene depicted reveals rows upon rows of wooden compartments known as wards, where inmates resided during their time on board. Each ward held its own story - tales of despair, regret, and perhaps even redemption. In this floating jailhouse, prisoners found themselves not only confined but also utilized as laborers in the bustling dockyards. The wood engraving technique used to capture this moment adds a certain texture and depth to the image, emphasizing both the harshness and intricacy of life within these walls. It serves as a powerful reminder that crime has long been met with severe consequences under English law. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot from The Illustrated London News archives, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how society grappled with issues of punishment and rehabilitation. This photograph stands as a testament to our collective past while urging us to reflect on how far we have come in shaping modern approaches towards justice and incarceration.
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