This timeline looks at John Throgmorton Middlemore's personal and professional journey, aiming to illuminate the complexities of his character, the motivating factors behind his actions, and the nuanced legacy of his involvement in the child emigration scheme. Additionally, it seeks to provide context by exploring the prevailing attitudes towards child welfare through the immigration and social reform policies in both Canada and the UK during Middlemore's lifetime. Therefore, we endeavour to unravel the multifaceted layers of Middlemore's life and contributions, shedding light on the broader historical and social contexts that shaped his organization. 

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By Sumaya Ali