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Prisoners at Clerkenwell House of Correction, London, 1874
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Prisoners at Clerkenwell House of Correction, London, 1874
Prisoners at Clerkenwell House of Correction, London, 1874. Prisoners, in prison uniform, take their turn on the treadmill while the men who have just done their stint wait in silence until it is their turn again. From The Illustrated London News. (London, 4 July 1874)
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In this photo print, taken in 1874 at the Clerkenwell House of Correction in London, we are transported back to a time when prisoners were subjected to monotonous routines as part of their punishment. The image depicts a group of male prisoners dressed uniformly in prison garb, patiently waiting for their turn on the treadmill while others complete their stint. The atmosphere is somber and grim, with each man lost in his own thoughts as they anticipate their turn on the dreaded contraption. The engraving captures the essence of boredom and futility that permeated life within these walls. The Victorian-era setting adds an extra layer of historical significance, reminding us of the harsh realities faced by those who fell afoul of the law during this period. The image highlights both physical exercise and mental torment - walking aimlessly on the treadmill symbolizing both pointless exertion and confinement. It serves as a stark reminder that even mundane tasks can become unbearable when performed under such circumstances. This photograph offers us a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten – one where individuals paid for their crimes through repetitive labor and isolation from society. It stands as a testament to our progress since then, serving as a reminder to cherish our freedom while striving towards more humane methods of rehabilitation within our modern penal system.
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