Ruth Elizabeth Stiff
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I love all things Earthy and Self-Help
History is one of my favourite subjects and I love to write short fiction
Research is so interesting for me too
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The Victorian Workhouse
Helping “the poor” in an organized way goes as far back as 1388 when the Poor Law Act was introduced. This Law started to increase the involvement of the state to take responsibility towards the poor people who lived within their parish. The Poor Relief Act of 1576 was brought out for those who could work or who were willing to work in order to receive support. In 1601, the legal framework made the parish ‘responsible’ for “enacting the poor relief within geographical boundaries. This is the foundation of the principles for the Victorian Workhouses.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff11 months ago in History
Gisella Perl
She was called the “Angel of Auschwitz” for her medical work during World War Two. Her story is one of determination to do the right thing, courage and selflessness during the worst time in human history. The film “Out of the Ashes” very powerfully tells her life story.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff11 months ago in History
