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The distress in East London (engraving)
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The distress in East London (engraving)
604779 The distress in East London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The distress in East London: the labour yard of the Bethnal Green Employment Association. Published in the Illustrated London News, 15 February 1868.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22415060
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bermondsey Bethnal Green Despair Desperation Distress Distressed East London Employment Misery Wretch
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This powerful print captures the distress and despair that plagued East London in the 19th century. The engraving, created by an unknown English artist, depicts the labour yard of the Bethnal Green Employment Association. Published in the Illustrated London News on February 15,1868, this image serves as a haunting reminder of the poverty and hardship faced by many during this time. In this scene, we see a group of men gathered in a dilapidated yard. Their worn-out clothing and tired expressions tell tales of struggle and desperation. These men are victims of unemployment and destitution, seeking any means to survive amidst their dire circumstances. The setting itself reflects the misery that permeates East London at this time. Bethnal Green is known for its high levels of poverty, with Bermondsey being another area deeply affected by these issues. The combination of poor living conditions and lack of employment opportunities has left these individuals feeling trapped in a cycle of despair. Through this photo print, we are confronted with the harsh realities faced by those living in East London during this period. It serves as both a historical document capturing social inequality and as a call to action to address such injustices that persist today.
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