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Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death (engraving)

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Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death (engraving)

1610971 Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 March 1867.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Media ID 22266092

© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images

Accrington Burnt Lancashire Schoolhouse


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This haunting engraving captures the tragic event that unfolded at the Schoolhouse in Accrington, Lancashire. In this somber image, we are transported back to a fateful day in history when nine innocent children lost their lives in a devastating fire. The architectural details of the schoolhouse stand as a silent witness to the unimaginable horror that took place within its walls. The charred remains serve as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the profound impact such a tragedy can have on an entire community. As we gaze upon this print, our hearts ache for those young souls whose lives were cut short far too soon. Their memory is forever etched into history through this powerful illustration, originally published in The Illustrated London News on March 16th, 1867. Education is meant to be a sanctuary for growth and enlightenment, but here it became synonymous with loss and grief. This image serves as both a memorial and a call to action - reminding us of our responsibility to protect and nurture every child's right to safety. Through Bridgeman Images' preservation of this historical artwork, we are compelled not only to remember these nine children but also to strive towards creating safer environments for future generations. May their tragic fate never be forgotten, serving as an everlasting reminder of the importance of safeguarding all children's well-being within educational institutions worldwide.

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