The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “Northampton General Hospital. Picture shows nurses enjoying their off-duty leisure by a sing-song round the pianola.”
The Barratt Maternity Home opened in 1936 after a donation from benefactor William Barratt and at first provided 34 beds for ante- and post-natal patient, a nursery, and a labour ward. See also MED01/01/1519-1520 and MED01/01/1522-1531. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Maternity Hospital, Music And Dance, Women's History
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