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East End Doss House, London
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East End Doss House, London
Exterior of a lodging house or doss house in the East End of London, probably Whitechapel. A man and a boy stand outside. A sign above the door reads BEDS 4d. Per Night FOR SINGLE MEN ONLY
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Bleak Depressing Doss Homeless Homelessness L Aw Legislation Lodging Pauper Paupers Poor Poverty Rain White Chapel Workhouse 1902
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness in the East End of London during the early 1900s. The exterior of the doss house, or lodging house, on the wet and bleak street is a poignant reminder of the living conditions faced by many paupers and single men in this historic area of the city. The sign above the door, which reads "BEDS 4d. PER NIGHT FOR SINGLE MEN ONLY," offers a glimpse into the regimented and impersonal nature of these institutions. The image, set against the backdrop of a rainy street, depicts a man and a young boy huddled outside the entrance. Their wet and bedraggled appearance speaks to the hardships they have endured, and the boy's gaze, fixed on the door, suggests a sense of longing and hope for shelter and respite. The man, with his worn and weathered features, appears to be weary and resigned to his circumstances. The passage of time has not diminished the impact of this photograph, which serves as a powerful reminder of the historical struggles against poverty and legislation that failed to adequately address the needs of the most vulnerable members of society. The image is a poignant testament to the enduring nature of poverty and the resilience of those who have faced it, and offers a glimpse into the history of social welfare and housing in London during the Edwardian era.
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