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Parkgate Ironworks, Rotherham, 1902
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Parkgate Ironworks, Rotherham, 1902
Mitchell and Kenyon 602
Parkgate Ironworks
Rotherham
1902
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This print from 1902 showcases the bustling scene at Parkgate Ironworks in Rotherham. The image, captured by Mitchell and Kenyon, transports us back to a time when coal was king and industry thrived. Standing in a queue that seems to stretch endlessly into the distance, workers eagerly await their turn to enter the ironworks. Clad in rugged attire, their faces etched with determination, these laborers epitomize the grit and resilience of an era defined by hard work. The foreground of this snapshot is adorned with heaps of coal - a stark reminder of the fuel that powered Britain's industrial revolution. Amidst this backdrop lies a group of urchins; young boys who were no strangers to hardship themselves. Their presence serves as a poignant reminder that even within such an industrious setting, childhood innocence still found its place. While we may never know the exact purpose or context behind this particular photograph, it is undoubtedly an invaluable piece of history preserved by the British Film Institute. It offers us a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten – one where smokestacks towered over landscapes and iron forged nations. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, let us reflect on the sacrifices made by those who came before us and appreciate how far we have come since then.
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