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Guys Hospital
Guys Hospital dates from 1721, when it was founded by philanthropist Thomas Guy, who had made a fortune as a publisher of unlicensed Bibles. Date: 1875
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Media ID 23396118
© Mary Evans/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection Mary Evans/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
1721 1875 Bibles Dates Fortune Founded Guys Philanthropist Publisher Made Unlicensed
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Guys Hospital, London, 1875: A Beacon of Healing and Compassion for Over 150 Years This photograph, taken in 1875, showcases the historic Guys Hospital in London, a medical institution with a rich and enduring legacy that dates back to 1721. Founded by the visionary philanthropist Thomas Guy, who had amassed a fortune as a publisher of unlicensed Bibles, the hospital was established to provide essential medical care for the city's impoverished population. Thomas Guy's altruistic endeavor began as a modest institution, accommodating just 20 patients. Over the ensuing decades, the hospital expanded, and by the late 19th century, it had grown into a formidable medical center, as evidenced by this image. The hospital's red-brick facade, adorned with intricate architectural details, stands proudly against the backdrop of London's bustling urban landscape. The hospital's dedication to healing and compassion is palpable, with nurses and medical staff tending to patients in the foreground. The image also reveals the hospital's commitment to innovation, as evidenced by the presence of a horse-drawn ambulance, a testament to the institution's forward-thinking approach to patient care. As the sun sets over the hospital, casting a warm glow on its historic walls, one can't help but be moved by the sense of hope and resilience that pervades this image. Guys Hospital continues to thrive today, serving as a vital part of London's healthcare system and a testament to the power of philanthropy and the indomitable human spirit.
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