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Receiving an accident case at Poplar Hospital, London, c1903 (1903)
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Receiving an accident case at Poplar Hospital, London, c1903 (1903)
Receiving an accident case at Poplar Hospital, London, c1903 (1903).The Poplar Hospital for Accidents opened in 1858 on East India Road under the patronage of the Quaker banker and philanthropist Samuel Gurney. It was later expanded into a general hospital but was demolished in 1982. From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]
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Accident Arrival Arriving Doctor East End Edwardian George R Sims George Robert George Robert Sims George Sims Healthcare Hospital Incident Nurse Patient Physician Poplar Sims Stretcher Stretcher Case Tower Hamlets Trolley Victim Admission Assessing
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of London in 1903. The scene captures the moment a patient is being received at Poplar Hospital for Accidents, a renowned institution that provided much-needed healthcare to the community. Established in 1858 by Samuel Gurney, a prominent Quaker banker and philanthropist, this hospital started as a specialized facility but later expanded its services to become a general hospital. In this snapshot of history, we witness dedicated medical professionals attending to their duty with utmost care and precision. A team of doctors and nurses can be seen working together seamlessly, swiftly assessing the condition of an accident victim who has just arrived on a trolley stretcher. The atmosphere is filled with determination as these individuals fulfill their noble profession amidst the busy city life. The image not only showcases the tireless efforts of healthcare workers but also provides insight into early 20th-century Britain. It serves as a reminder of how far medicine has advanced over time while highlighting the importance placed on providing quality healthcare even then. As we delve into this monochrome photograph, it becomes evident that it holds within it stories untold - tales of resilience, compassion, and hope within an era defined by progress and change. This print truly encapsulates both historical significance and human connection through its depiction of one small incident in the vast tapestry that was London's East End during this period.
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