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Dr. Barnardo

In the 1800s, life was tough for children. They worked long hours in factories and had no voice to speak up for them. That is until Dr. Barnardo came along. He was a Victorian who dedicated his life to improving the lives of children. He set up homes and schools where they could learn and play and provided them with food and shelter. Thanks to Dr. Barnardo, thousands of children in Victorian England were given a chance at a better life.

Early Life

Thomas John Barnardo was born in Dublin in 1845, the son of a poor Irish cobbler. He saw first-hand how difficult life was for children living in poverty, and he vowed to do something about it. When he was just eighteen years old, he set up his first home for homeless boys.

Work with Children

Over the next few decades, Dr. Barnardo worked tirelessly to help children in need. He set up homes and schools for them and provided them with food and shelter. He also gave them a chance to learn and play, which was very important given how tough their lives were. Thanks to Dr. Barnardo, thousands of children in Victorian England were given a chance at a better life.

Later Life

Dr. Barnardo passed away in 1905, but his work lives on. His homes and schools are still in operation today, helping children all over the world. He was a true pioneer in the field of child welfare.

Legacy

Dr. Barnardo’s legacy is indisputable. He was a compassionate, determined man who made a real difference in the lives of children. His work continues to this day, with the charity which still bears his name, helping children all over the world.

He was truly a pioneer in the field of child welfare, and he changed the lives of countless children for the better.

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  • Stewart, Suzy. "Dr. Barnardo". Victorian Children. Accessed on January 29, 2023. https://victorianchildren.org/famous-victorians/dr-barnardo-1845-1905/.

  • Stewart, Suzy. "Dr. Barnardo". Victorian Children, https://victorianchildren.org/famous-victorians/dr-barnardo-1845-1905/. Accessed 29 January, 2023.

  • Stewart, Suzy. Dr. Barnardo. Victorian Children. Retrieved from https://victorianchildren.org/famous-victorians/dr-barnardo-1845-1905/.

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