Memoranda, Or, Chronicles of the Foundling Hospital

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This insider account provides a detailed look at Captain Thomas Coram's Foundling Hospital, which was established in 1739 to care for abandoned children. Originally published in 1847, it offers historical insights into the challenges and triumphs of the institution, highlighting its significance in social reform and child welfare during that era. The narrative sheds light on the lives of the children and the efforts made to provide them with a better future.