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Prison discipline: Prisoners at hard labour on the treadwheel in an English local jail
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Prison discipline: Prisoners at hard labour on the treadwheel in an English local jail
Prison discipline: Prisoners at hard labour on the treadwheel in an English local jail. The prisoner had 15 minutes on, 5 minutes off the wheel, until his time was finished for the day. The treadwheel was often used to grind flour for the prison. From Cassells Saturday Journal London, 8 December 1888
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1888 Cassell Crime December Discipline Finished Flour Gaol Hard Jail Journal Labour Local Minutes Prison Prisoner Prisoners Punishment Saturday Time Wheel Grind Treadwheel
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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to a time of strict prison discipline in 19th century England. The image showcases prisoners engaged in hard labor on the treadwheel inside an English local jail. Each prisoner had a grueling routine, spending 15 minutes on the wheel followed by just 5 minutes off, until their daily sentence was completed. The treadwheel served multiple purposes within the prison walls, one being grinding flour for the institution. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost feel the weight of punishment and desperation that these men endured day after day. December's cold grip is evident as we observe these weary souls pushing against the heavy spokes of the wheel. Their faces etched with exhaustion and determination tell stories of crime and consequences, reminding us of a harsh era where rehabilitation took a backseat to retribution. Published in Cassells Saturday Journal London on December 8th, 1888, this photograph serves as a stark reminder of how far our penal system has evolved over time. It prompts reflection on society's changing attitudes towards incarceration and offers insight into our ongoing pursuit for more humane methods of correctional treatment. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured by UIG, let it serve as a testament to both human resilience and our collective responsibility to ensure justice is tempered with compassion in all corners of society.
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