TW427235 Passing the Doctor, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 131.1x156.7 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: This army medical examination marks the start of a journey that will dramatically change these young men\'s lives. The heavy boots and work clothes of the lads on the right show that they are poor labourers. Their rough clothing and boyish faces contrast with the smart turnout and luxuriant moustaches of the confident army officer;); 穢 Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright.