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He wanted to be alone but apprentice Willie Morgan, of 52, Porterfield Road, Renfrew
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He wanted to be alone but apprentice Willie Morgan, of 52, Porterfield Road, Renfrew
He wanted to be alone but apprentice Willie Morgan, of 52, Porterfield Road, Renfrew, had to undergo the traditional frolic when he became a journeyman cooper in Glasgow, Scotland. Smiling Willie, 21, came through his barrel " initiation", damp but undismayed. November 1961 P005040
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Scotland
Media ID 21321301
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to November 1961 in Glasgow, Scotland. The image captures the moment when apprentice Willie Morgan of 52 Porterfield Road, Renfrew, became a journeyman cooper and had to undergo the traditional frolic. Despite his desire for solitude, Willie couldn't escape this rite of passage. With a smile on his face that radiates both determination and resilience, 21-year-old Willie emerges from his barrel "initiation" damp but undeterred. His dirty appearance tells the tale of an arduous task completed with unwavering commitment. This snapshot not only showcases a young man's transition into skilled craftsmanship but also sheds light on the customs and traditions prevalent during the 1960s in Scotland. It is evident that apprenticeship was more than just learning a trade; it involved enduring physical challenges that tested one's mettle. The photograph beautifully encapsulates Willie's journey as he embraces both the joys and hardships associated with becoming a journeyman cooper. It serves as a reminder of the grit and determination required to succeed in any profession. As we gaze upon this timeless image captured by Mirrorpix, we are reminded of how our past shapes us and how tradition can play an integral role in defining who we become.
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