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Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales
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Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales
Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales.
Picture taken circa 1st February 1900
Unknown
Wales
Media ID 21687559
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1900 1900s Begging Disabled Homeless Poor Poster Poverty Scruffy Social Victorian One Leg One Legged Tintern
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This poignant print captures a heart-wrenching scene from the early 20th century in South Wales. Taken around February 1st, 1900, it portrays a homeless one-legged man desperately begging for change on the streets of Porthcawl. The image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by those living in poverty during this era. The man's disability is evident, his lone leg serving as a symbol of both physical and societal challenges he must overcome daily. His scruffy appearance reflects the destitution that plagues him and many others like him at that time. With no known identity attached to this photograph, it becomes even more significant as an anonymous representation of countless individuals who struggled to survive amidst extreme hardship. Set against the backdrop of Tintern's Victorian architecture, this street scene encapsulates the social disparities prevalent during this period. It serves as a powerful historical document shedding light on issues such as homelessness and poverty that continue to persist today. Memory Lane Prints brings us closer to our past through evocative images like these, reminding us not only of where we've been but also how far we still have to go in addressing societal inequalities.
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