Into the world. An 'old boy' in the 17th Lancers Regiment. Hidden Lives Revealed Print this page Close this window *
This former resident of St Bede's Home in Wakefield, is dressed in the full uniform of the 17th Lancers. Many boys were well prepared for a career in the army through their experiences in children's homes. Boys in the Society's care were trained to perform army drills, and some homes formed military-style brass bands.
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Ref: WS95
Title: An 'old boy' in the 17th Lancers Regiment
Date: 1902
Location: Unknown
Creator: Unknown, taken from Our Waifs and Strays, July 1902, page 337.

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This former resident of St Bede's Home in Wakefield, is dressed in the full uniform of the 17th Lancers. Many boys were well prepared for a career in the army through their experiences in children's homes. Boys in the Society's care were trained to perform army drills, and some homes formed military-style brass bands.

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