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Prison Hulks: Warder watching prisoners in the washroom on board convict hulk Warrior
Prison Hulks: Warder watching prisoners in the washroom on board convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich. This hulk held 600 and was an intermediate confinement between an ordinary gaol or transportation. Prisoners were used as labourers in the naval dockyards. Hulks (Tenders) were usually old naval vessels that were no longer seaworthy From The Illustrated London News, 1848. Wood engraving
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Media ID 9784805
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1848 Anglican Board Christian Confinement Convict Crime Gaol Held Hulk Illustrated Intermediate Jail Labourers Longer Naval News Order Ordinary Prison Prisoners Punishment Transportation Vessels Warrior Watching Wood Woolwich Dockyards Hulks Tenders Warder Washroom
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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This print titled "Prison Hulks: Warder watching prisoners in the washroom on board convict hulk Warrior" takes us back to a significant era in British history. Captured in 1848 by an English wood engraver for The Illustrated London News, this image sheds light on the unique punishment system of that time. The scene depicts a warder diligently observing prisoners inside the washroom of the convict hulk Warrior, anchored at Woolwich. Serving as an intermediate confinement between traditional gaols and transportation, these decommissioned naval vessels were repurposed to house up to 600 inmates who had committed various crimes. Notably, these prisoners were not only confined but also utilized as laborers within the naval dockyards. This innovative approach aimed to reform convicts through hard work while simultaneously benefiting society with their contributions. Religion played a role onboard these prison hulks, with both Christian and Anglican practices being observed among the incarcerated population. The engraved details highlight how this form of punishment was meticulously ordered and governed by British law. As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported back in time to witness a moment frozen forever – reminding us of our past approaches towards crime and confinement. It serves as a powerful reminder of how societies evolve over time and adapt their methods of rehabilitation for those who have transgressed against societal norms.
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