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Charles Badcock, gatekeeper, c. 1920
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Charles Badcock, gatekeeper, c. 1920
Charles Badcock, Police Constable no. 209, began work at the Museum in 1902, aged 43. In 1910 he joined the Museum staff as a front gatekeeper, and was provided with the uniform that he is wearing here
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Charles Badcock: Gatekeeper of the Natural History Museum's Wondrous Invertebrate World, c. 1920 In this photograph, Charles Badcock, a dedicated Museum employee, stands proudly at the entrance of the Natural History Museum, London, clad in his distinctive uniform. Having begun his career at the Museum in 1902 as a police constable, Badcock joined the staff as a front gatekeeper in 1910, at the age of 43. The image reveals Badcock's deep connection to the Museum, which was a hub of scientific discovery and exploration during the early 20th century. Surrounded by a myriad of intriguing specimens, including butterflies and other invertebrates, Badcock's role extended beyond that of a simple gatekeeper. He played a crucial part in the Museum's mission to document, preserve, and share the natural world with the public. The butterfly resting gently on Badcock's cap adds an enchanting touch to the scene, symbolizing the Museum's dedication to the study of Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths) and other arthropods (invertebrates with six legs or more). This four-footed butterfly, likely a member of the Nymphalidae family, is a testament to the Museum's extensive collection of Hexapoda (six-legged invertebrates) and its commitment to the classification of the Invertebrata (animals without a backbone). As the gatekeeper, Badcock served as the Museum's welcoming ambassador, greeting visitors and sharing his passion for the natural world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the 1920s, a time when the Natural History Museum was at the forefront of scientific advancements and the public's fascination with the natural world was at an all-time high. Charles Badcock's enduring presence at the Museum, both as a gatekeeper and a devoted employee, contributed significantly to the institution's rich history and its ongoing mission to inspire curiosity and learning through the study of the natural world.
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