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Tennal Approved School, Birmingham - Harvesting
Boys from Tennal Approved School (formerly Harborne School), Birmingham, harvesting a crop they have grown Date: 1940s
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Approved Birmingham Carehome Crop Grown Harborne Harvesting Orphanage Orphans Services Tennal Welfare Childrens
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Harvest Time at Tennal Approved School, Birmingham: Boys Reap the Rewards of Their Labor (1940s) This evocative photograph captures a moment of simple joy and accomplishment at Tennal Approved School in Birmingham during the 1940s. The boys, dressed in their school uniforms, proudly stand among the ripe, golden crops they have tended and harvested with their own hands. The sense of community and camaraderie is palpable as they work together to gather the fruits of their labor. Tennal Approved School, formerly known as Harborne School, was an institution for children in need of care and welfare services during this era. It provided a safe and nurturing environment for orphans, neglected children, and those who were otherwise unable to live with their families. The school offered essential services, including education, food, shelter, and emotional support. The boys in the photograph appear to be deeply engaged in the harvesting process, their faces reflecting a mix of determination, excitement, and satisfaction. The scene is a testament to the transformative power of care and nurturing environments, where children can learn valuable life skills, build self-confidence, and form lasting bonds with their peers and mentors. The harvested crops, likely grown on the school's grounds, would have been used to sustain the school community, further emphasizing the importance of self-sufficiency and the interconnectedness of all aspects of life. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past, reminding us of the resilience and resourcefulness of children, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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