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Top Deck of the Unite Hospital Ship Attached to the Hulks at Woolwich
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Top Deck of the Unite Hospital Ship Attached to the Hulks at Woolwich
STC101359 Top Deck of the Unite Hospital Ship Attached to the Hulks at Woolwich, from The Criminal Prisons of London and Scenes of Prison Life, by Henry Mayhew (1812-87) and John Binny, 1862 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23366044
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Convict Dickensian Dormitory Inspection Prisoners Sick Ward Punishment
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This photograph, titled "Top Deck of the Unite Hospital Ship Attached to the Hulks at Woolwich" takes us back in time to Victorian England, offering a glimpse into the harsh reality of prison life during that era. The image showcases an interior view of a ward on this unique hospital ship, which was docked alongside the hulks at Woolwich. The scene is filled with a sense of confinement and despair as we see rows of sick prisoners lying on narrow beds, their faces etched with suffering. The atmosphere is somber and gloomy, reflecting the grim conditions these individuals endured while incarcerated. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences faced by those who fell into lives of crime during this period. It transports us to Dickensian times when punishment was severe and transportation served as one form of retribution for convicts. As we examine this engraving from "The Criminal Prisons of London and Scenes of Prison Life" by Henry Mayhew and John Binny, it becomes evident that it not only documents history but also sheds light on social issues prevalent in Victorian society. This thought-provoking image allows us to reflect upon how far we have come in terms of criminal justice reform while acknowledging the importance of understanding our past.
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