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1st Southern General Hospital, Stourbridge, Worcestershire
The infirmary of the Stourbridge Union workhouse at Kingswinford, Worcestershire, during its First World War occupation as a military hospital when it became part of the 1st Southern General Hospital. A sign at the right reads PATIENTS OUT OF BOUNDS. The site later became Wordsley Hospital
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1. Title: "A Haven Amidst Hardship: The 1st Southern General Hospital, Stourbridge, Worcestershire during World War I" This evocative photograph captures the 1st Southern General Hospital in Stourbridge, Worcestershire, during its transformation from a Union workhouse infirmary to a military hospital in the early 20th century. The image, taken in 1916, portrays a significant chapter in the history of healthcare, poverty, and military service. Originally, the building served as the infirmary of the Stourbridge Union workhouse at Kingswinford. During this era, workhouses were institutions designed to provide shelter, food, and medical care for the poor and destitute. However, the living conditions were often harsh, and the infirmaries were under-resourced, making them far from ideal healthcare facilities. With the outbreak of World War I, the need for military hospitals grew exponentially. The Stourbridge Union workhouse infirmary was commandeered by the British Army and became part of the 1st Southern General Hospital. The sign at the right reads "Patients Out of Bounds," signifying the change in function and the importance of maintaining order and focus on the recovery of the soldiers. The hospital's role during the war was crucial, providing medical care to wounded soldiers from the Western Front. This historical moment marked a significant shift in the provision of healthcare services, as the military began to recognize the importance of proper medical care for its personnel. After the war, the hospital continued to serve the community as Wordsley Hospital, offering essential healthcare services to the people of Stourbridge and the surrounding areas. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the adaptability and resilience of healthcare institutions, as well as the interconnectedness of poverty, military service, and healthcare during times of war.
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