Sports Day at Earlswood Asylum, near Redhill, 1864
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Sports Day at Earlswood Asylum, near Redhill, 1864
Engraving showing one of the running races held for the patients of the Earlswood Asylum for Idiots, near Redhill, 1864. A large crowd of spectators, in Victorian dress, line the running track as the competitors sprint past. Date: 25 June 1864
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1864 Asylum Competitors Earlswood Held Idiots Past Patients Races Red Hill Running Spectators Sprint Track
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures the spirit of camaraderie and excitement at the annual Sports Day event held at Earlswood Asylum near Redhill, Surrey, on 25th June 1864. The image shows one of the running races, with a large crowd of Victorian spectators gathered around the track, eagerly watching as the competitors sprint past. Dressed in their finest attire, the onlookers display a mix of enthusiasm and support for the patients of the Earlswood Asylum for Idiots. The asylum, which was established in 1847, aimed to provide care and education for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and events such as Sports Day were an important part of their rehabilitation and socialization. The engraving, produced by ILN (Illustrated London News) on 7th December 1864, offers a unique insight into the daily life of the asylum and the community that surrounded it. The image is a testament to the importance of inclusion and the belief that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, deserve the opportunity to participate in joyful activities and experience the thrill of competition.
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