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Boys at All Saints Home, Ashdon, Essex
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Boys at All Saints Home, Ashdon, Essex
A group of boys gathered around a swing at All Saints House, Rectory Lane, Ashdon, Saffron Walden, Essex. The home was opened in 1890 by the Waifs and Strays Society. Date: 1920s
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of joy and camaraderie among a group of boys at All Saints House in Ashdon, Essex, during the 1920s. The home, which was opened in 1890 by the Waifs and Strays Society, provided a safe haven for children who were orphaned, abandoned, or otherwise in need of care. The boys in the image are gathered around a swing set, their faces filled with excitement and laughter as they take turns on the swing. The idyllic setting of the home's grounds, with their lush greenery and sunny skies, adds to the sense of tranquility and happiness. All Saints House was one of over 100 homes established by the Waifs and Strays Society, which was founded in 1883 to address the growing issue of child poverty and neglect in England. The society's mission was to provide shelter, education, and training to children in need, helping them to build a better future for themselves. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the important role that charities like the Waifs and Strays Society played in the lives of countless children throughout history. It also serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures and joys of childhood, which are often taken for granted in today's world.
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