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Boys Band, Training Ship Indefatigable
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Boys Band, Training Ship Indefatigable
The Boys Band of the Training Ship Indefatigable pose for their photograph in a field, near a tent -- probably at a local fete where they were performing. Their ship was moored on the River Mersey, off New Ferry, Cheshire, established in 1865 to receive the sons and orphans of sailors, and other poor and destitute boys, and train them for the sea
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1865 Band Brass Cheshire Destitute Drum Ferry Fete Indefatigable Instruments Mersey Moored Mooring Musicians Orphan Orphans Poor Poverty Sailor Sailors Skills Tent Workhouse Workhouses Musical Performing
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This evocative photograph captures the Boys Band of the Training Ship Indefatigable, proudly posing for their portrait in a sun-dappled field, surrounded by the vibrant colors of a local fete. Established in 1865, the Training Ship Indefatigable was a vital institution situated on the River Mersey, off New Ferry in Cheshire. Its mission was to provide housing, education, and training for the sons and orphans of sailors, as well as other impoverished boys. The Boys Band, clad in their smart uniforms, are seen here with their brass instruments at the ready, a testament to the valuable skills they were acquiring. The sight of the ship moored in the distance serves as a poignant reminder of their seafaring heritage and the lives they were being prepared for. The Victorian era, with its intricate details and rich history, is beautifully encapsulated in this image. The boys, with their youthful energy and determination, stand in stark contrast to the hardships they had faced in their young lives. Their performance at the fete would have provided a much-needed respite from their daily struggles, offering a glimpse of hope and joy. The Training Ship Indefatigable, a beacon of support during the 1860s, played a crucial role in transporting and training boys for a future at sea. This photograph offers a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, a time when music, community, and the promise of a better future came together to uplift the lives of these young boys.
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