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Two years ago in the grounds of a convent overlooking Runnymede at Egham, Surrey
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Two years ago in the grounds of a convent overlooking Runnymede at Egham, Surrey
Two years ago in the grounds of a convent overlooking Runnymede at Egham, Surrey, nuns used to hear the call to prayer. Now, the bell no longer tolls and the nuns are gone. And in place of the convent, is a prosperous mink farm owned and managed by Baroness Marie de Veauce. On the farm are a thousand mink worth between £ 5 to £ 60 each.
February 1959
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Media ID 21369171
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From Prayer to Prosperity - The Transformation of a Convent in Egham, Surrey
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. This print takes us back to February 1959, capturing the remarkable transformation that has taken place on the grounds of a convent overlooking Runnymede at Egham, Surrey. Once a serene sanctuary where nuns would hear the call to prayer, this sacred space has now undergone a dramatic change. Gone are the days when the bell tolled and prayers echoed through these hallowed walls. In its place stands a thriving mink farm, owned and managed by none other than Baroness Marie de Veauce. The once tranquil convent is now bustling with life as thousands of minks reside here. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we witness rows upon rows of cages housing these exquisite creatures. Each mink holds great value, ranging between £5 to £60 - an impressive testament to their worth and desirability. The juxtaposition between spirituality and commerce captured within this image is truly thought-provoking. It serves as a reminder that even places dedicated to prayer can be transformed into prosperous ventures under new ownership and management. Through this photograph, we are transported back in time; witnessing not only the physical changes but also contemplating how different lives intertwine with one another - from devoted nuns seeking solace in prayer to enterprising individuals like Baroness Marie de Veauce who find success amidst unexpected circumstances.
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