Exercise Yard
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Exercise Yard
circa 1850: Prisoners at a house of correction in Brixton in south London are forced to walk on a treadmill. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)
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General Photographic Agency
Media ID 10778106
1850 1859 3643 England Black Home Improvement In A Row Landscape Male In Prison Prisoner Punishment Walking Yard Brixton Treadmill
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a chilling scene from the Exercise Yard of a house of correction in Brixton, south London circa 1850. In this image, prisoners are seen walking on a treadmill as part of their punishment. The harsh reality of life for these individuals is evident in their solemn expressions and uniformed attire.
The line of male prisoners marching in unison serves as a stark reminder of the strict discipline enforced within the walls of this institution. The treadmill, a symbol of both physical labor and psychological torment, looms large in the background, emphasizing the oppressive nature of their confinement.
As we gaze upon this archival photograph, we are transported back in time to an era where law enforcement and punishment were carried out with ruthless efficiency. The group dynamics at play here speak volumes about societal attitudes towards crime and rehabilitation during this period.
Despite the grim subject matter, there is also a sense of resilience and determination among these men as they endure their daily routine. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by those who found themselves on the wrong side of the law in 19th century England.
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