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Ecole de Bienfaisance, Beernem - Utility Room
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Ecole de Bienfaisance, Beernem - Utility Room
Girls at laundry work in the utility room of the Ecole de Bienfaisance (School of Charity) at Beernem, West Flanders, Belgium. Date: early 1900s
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Ecole de Bienfaisance (School of Charity) in Beernem, West Flanders, Belgium, during the early 1900s. The image shows a group of young girls diligently working in the utility room, their expressions focused as they attend to the laundry. The room is filled with large washing tubs, wringers, and clotheslines, all essential tools for completing the arduous task of washing and drying the school's linens. The Ecole de Bienfaisance was an orphanage and children's welfare institution that provided care and education for orphans and disadvantaged children in the region. The girls in the photograph, likely residents of the orphanage, were responsible for the laundry as part of their daily chores. Their dedication and industry are evident in their postures and expressions, reflecting the importance of hard work and discipline in their lives. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children at the Ecole de Bienfaisance, providing a poignant reminder of the challenges and resilience of young people in the past. The image also underscores the vital role that charitable institutions played in providing care and support for orphans and vulnerable children during this period, making it an invaluable historical document.
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