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Education, 1872
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Education, 1872
Education, 1872. The Squire is told why his farmworkers child has been withdrawn from school. Whilst much had been done to promote the value of educating children, with new school boards set up to manage increased funding that came through after the Education Act of 1870, schooling was not yet compulsory for all children and parents, especially those to whom the financial value of their children was important. Parents were still free to keep their children away from school for a variety of reasons, as this cartoon points out. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 7, 1872
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Charles Samuel Charles Samuel Keene Fence Heritage Image Partnership Keene Legislation Schooling Squire Agricultural Worker Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker
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This print, titled "Education, 1872" captures a scene from the 19th century that sheds light on the state of education during that time. The image depicts a squire in his garden being informed about why one of his farmworker's children has been withdrawn from school. Despite efforts to promote education through new school boards and increased funding after the Education Act of 1870, schooling was not yet compulsory for all children. The cartoon highlights how parents had the freedom to keep their children away from school for various reasons, particularly if they valued their children's financial contributions to farming or other labor-intensive work. This societal issue is portrayed humorously but serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those advocating for universal education. Created by Charles Samuel Keene and published in Punch, or the London Charivari in August 1872, this monochrome illustration encapsulates an important moment in history when legislation was starting to shape educational practices. It offers valuable insight into agricultural life during this period while also emphasizing the ongoing struggle to ensure every child had access to formal schooling. As we reflect on this heritage image partnership between Charles Samuel Keene and Unknown creator, it reminds us of how far we have come since then in terms of educational opportunities for all children around the world.
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