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Housing slums in the Gorbals district of Glasgow where children use any materials to hand
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Housing slums in the Gorbals district of Glasgow where children use any materials to hand
Housing slums in the Gorbals district of Glasgow where children use any materials to hand, an old bath tub for a boat and a few sticks for oars to play the games.
Slum children Glasgow derelict houses childhood
Poor children dustbins back yard
dirty children playing in muddy puddles
March 1966
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Shivas
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Glasgow
Scotland
WA*2310369
Media ID 21250081
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Capturing the Resilience and Imagination of Slum Children in Glasgow's Gorbals District
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. This poignant print from March 1966 showcases the housing slums in Glasgow's Gorbals district, where children find solace and joy amidst challenging circumstances. In this snapshot of childhood, we witness their resourcefulness as they use any materials at hand to create a world of play. Against the backdrop of derelict houses and poverty-stricken surroundings, these young souls transform an old bath tub into a makeshift boat. Armed with nothing but a few sticks for oars, they navigate imaginary waters with boundless imagination. Their laughter echoes through the squalor as they immerse themselves in games that transport them far away from their everyday struggles. These poor children find beauty even in dustbins scattered across their backyards, turning discarded objects into treasures. Unfazed by dirt or grime, they embrace muddy puddles as their playgrounds, reminding us all that innocence can thrive even in the harshest conditions. Through this photograph captured by Shivas for Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of both the hardships faced by these slum-dwelling children and their remarkable resilience. It serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit found within every child – an unwavering ability to seek joy and adventure despite adversity. Let this image be a reminder that every child deserves better opportunities and living conditions; it is our collective responsibility to ensure no child’s potential is hindered by
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