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Lower Southern Hospital, Gore Farm, Dartford, Kent
The Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm, near Dartford, Kent, during its First World War use as a military hospital. The hospital was set up in 1883 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board for smallpox convalescents, with the initial marquees gradually replaced by permanent huts. The site later became the Southern Convalescent Hospital
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This evocative photograph captures the Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm, near Dartford, Kent, during its First World War use as a military hospital. Established in 1883 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, the hospital initially provided accommodation for smallpox convalescents, with the initial marquees gradually replaced by permanent huts. The site later became the Southern Convalescent Hospital, offering vital care and treatment to soldiers recovering from various diseases and injuries. The Victorian-era hospital, situated amidst lush greenery and surrounded by farmland, was a stark contrast to the poverty and cramped conditions many soldiers had endured during the war. The telegraph pole in the foreground serves as a reminder of the connection to the outside world and the ongoing communication between the hospital and the military authorities. During the war, the hospital was requisitioned by the army, with the Metropolitan Asylums Board continuing to manage the day-to-day care of the patients. The hospital played a crucial role in the health and wellbeing of the soldiers, providing them with a much-needed respite from the horrors of the battlefield. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of medical care during the Great War and the important role that institutions like the Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm played in providing treatment and support to those in need. The hospital's legacy continues to be felt in the present day, with the site now serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the enduring importance of healthcare and compassionate care.
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