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The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone laying the Foundation-Stone of the School in Golden-Lane, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone laying the Foundation-Stone of the School in Golden-Lane, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone laying the Foundation-Stone of the School in Golden-Lane, 1856. Future British prime minister presides at the founding of a school for poor children in London. The object of the new school is the supplying free education to the children of the poor inhabitants of Golden-lane and Whitecross-street...This school had its origin in the zealous and persevering efforts of the Incumbent of the parish, the Rev. William Rogers, who [perceived] that there were in his care 2386 children of the lowest class, between the ages of ten and fourteen, who did not attend any school whatever...[Mr. Gladstone said that] he knew not why those ragged boys whom they caught in the street and sought to educate should not themselves, under the hands of skilful workmen, become contributors to that Christian eloquence the extension of which they all desired (Cheers)'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in British history as The Right Hon. W.E. Gladstone, future prime minister, lays the foundation stone of a school in Golden-Lane, London, in 1856. The school was established to provide free education to the impoverished children of the area, which at the time was home to over 2,300 children between the ages of ten and fourteen who were not attending any school. The Reverend William Rogers, the incumbent of the parish, had identified the need for education among these children and worked tirelessly to bring about a solution. In his speech at the foundation-laying ceremony, Gladstone expressed his admiration for the efforts of Rogers and his commitment to the cause. He stated, "I know not why those ragged boys whom we catch in the street and seek to educate should not themselves, under the hands of skilful workmen, become contributors to that Christian eloquence the extension of which we all desire (Cheers)". This photograph is a poignant reminder of the social issues of the time and the determination of individuals like Gladstone and Rogers to make a difference. The establishment of this school was a significant step towards improving the lives of the poorest children in London and paved the way for a more equitable education system in the future.
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