Poster Print : Lower Southern Hospital, Gore Farm, Dartford, Kent
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Lower Southern Hospital, Gore Farm, Dartford, Kent
The Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm, near Dartford, Kent, during its First World War use as a military hospital. The hospital was set up in 1883 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board for smallpox convalescents, with the initial marquees gradually replaced by permanent huts. The site later became the Southern Convalescent Hospital
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1883 Asylums Convalescent Dartford Disease Diseases Gore Health Lower Metropolitan Pole Poverty Small Pox Southern Telegraph Treatment Workhouse Workhouses Convalescents War Time Ww 1
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Lower Southern Hospital, Gore Farm, Dartford, Kent" print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the early 20th century and the historic Lower Southern Hospital. Originally established in 1883 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board for smallpox patients, this hospital in Dartford, Kent, took on a new role during the First World War. In this powerful photograph, we witness the hospital in its military guise, a testament to its adaptability and resilience. Add this striking poster print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. Perfect for those with an appreciation for historical architecture, military history, or local Kentish heritage. Order now and let this captivating image tell its story.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.3cm (23.4" x 14.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm, near Dartford, Kent, during its First World War use as a military hospital. Established in 1883 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, the hospital initially provided accommodation for smallpox convalescents, with the initial marquees gradually replaced by permanent huts. The site later became the Southern Convalescent Hospital, offering vital care and treatment to soldiers recovering from various diseases and injuries. The Victorian-era hospital, situated amidst lush greenery and surrounded by farmland, was a stark contrast to the poverty and cramped conditions many soldiers had endured during the war. The telegraph pole in the foreground serves as a reminder of the connection to the outside world and the ongoing communication between the hospital and the military authorities. During the war, the hospital was requisitioned by the army, with the Metropolitan Asylums Board continuing to manage the day-to-day care of the patients. The hospital played a crucial role in the health and wellbeing of the soldiers, providing them with a much-needed respite from the horrors of the battlefield. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of medical care during the Great War and the important role that institutions like the Lower Southern Hospital at Gore Farm played in providing treatment and support to those in need. The hospital's legacy continues to be felt in the present day, with the site now serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the enduring importance of healthcare and compassionate care.
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