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Abingdon Workhouse, Oxfordshire, built for the Abingdon Union, 1836
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Abingdon Workhouse, Oxfordshire, built for the Abingdon Union, 1836
Abingdon Workhouse, Oxfordshire, built for the Abingdon Union, 1836. The first workhouse in England completed under the provisions of the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834. Based on a hexagon, the superintendents quarters are in the centre with an overview of all the separate activities in the different segregated areas. From The Mirror. (London, 1836)
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This print showcases the Abingdon Workhouse, a significant architectural landmark built in 1836 for the Abingdon Union in Oxfordshire, England. Serving as a symbol of the concept of poverty during the 19th century, this building stands as a testament to Britain's social welfare system at that time. Designed based on a hexagonal shape, this unique structure features separate areas dedicated to various activities, all overseen from the superintendent's quarters located at its center. The engraving provides an insightful overview of how different aspects of work and life were segregated within this institution. The construction of Abingdon Workhouse marked an important milestone in English history as it was completed under the provisions set forth by the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834. This legislation aimed to reform and regulate poor relief across the country. Through this monochrome image captured by an unknown creator and sourced from The Mirror (London, 1836), we are transported back to witness both the architectural grandeur and somber reality associated with workhouses during that era. Its presence serves as a reminder of how society addressed issues related to poverty and destitution in early 19th-century England. This historical print is now preserved within Oxford Science Archive and offers us valuable insights into our nation's past struggles while also highlighting our progress towards creating more inclusive societies today.
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