John Howard (Blanchard)
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John Howard (Blanchard)
JOHN HOWARD Prison reformer Date: 1726 - 1790
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1726 1790 Blanchard Howard Prison Reformer
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1. Title: John Howard, Prison Reformer (1726-1790) John Howard, a renowned English philanthropist and prison reformer, is depicted in this evocative portrait. Born on March 23, 1726, in London, Howard dedicated his life to improving the living conditions of prisoners and reducing the number of people incarcerated for petty crimes. Howard's interest in prison reform began during his tenure as Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1773. Shocked by the deplorable conditions he witnessed in local jails, he embarked on a mission to visit prisons across Europe and document his findings. His meticulous records, published in the seminal work "The State of the Prisons," exposed the rampant cruelty, overcrowding, and unsanitary conditions that plagued prisons at the time. Upon his return to England, Howard founded the Society for the Reformation of Manners to address the root causes of crime, such as poverty and ignorance. He also advocated for the separation of debtors and criminal offenders, and the establishment of penitentiary systems that emphasized rehabilitation and reform. Howard's tireless efforts led to the passage of the Penitentiary Act in 1779, which mandated the construction of new prisons based on his reformist principles. His influence extended beyond England, as his ideas inspired prison reform movements in other parts of Europe and the United States. This portrait captures the determination and conviction of a man who dedicated his life to alleviating the suffering of the most vulnerable members of society. John Howard's legacy continues to inspire prison reformers and humanitarians around the world. Date: 1726-1790 Subject: John Howard, Prison Reformer Medium: Print Source: Mary Evans Prints Online Rights Managed
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