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The Brigantine
The Brigantine " Steadfast" - a companion vessel to the Metropolitan Asylums Board Training Ship " Exmouth". These ships were used for the naval training of pauper children, most of whom came from London workhouses
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The Brigantine 'Steadfast': A Companion Vessel to the Metropolitan Asylums Board Training Ship 'Exmouth' This evocative photograph captures the Brigantine 'Steadfast' under full sail off the English coast in 1904. The 'Steadfast' was a companion vessel to the Metropolitan Asylums Board Training Ship 'Exmouth,' which were instrumental in the naval training of pauper children during the Edwardian era. Most of these children hailed from London workhouses, seeking a chance at a better future. The ships served as floating classrooms, providing these children with essential skills and knowledge that would help them navigate the challenging waters of life. The boys learned various aspects of sailing, seamanship, and ship maintenance, while also receiving basic education and training in various trades. The rigorous program aimed to instill discipline, responsibility, and self-reliance, equipping them with the tools they needed to break free from the cycle of poverty and dependency. The 'Steadfast' and 'Exmouth' were part of a larger movement to provide alternative educational opportunities for children in need. The ships offered a unique and effective solution to the overcrowded workhouses and the limited resources available to these children. As they sailed the open seas, the boys gained a sense of freedom and adventure, while also learning valuable life skills that would serve them well in their future endeavors. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era when the ocean served as a crucible for transforming the lives of disadvantaged children. The towering mast, the billowing sails, and the vast expanse of the sea symbolize the spirit of adventure, resilience, and hope that characterized the lives of these young trainees as they embarked on their journey towards a better future.
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