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Interior of a coal mine, 1862

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Interior of a coal mine, 1862

Interior of a coal mine, 1862. Underground scene in a mine, showing a miner winning coal, while a wagon full of coal is being hauled along rails to the bottom of the pit shaft by a pony. From The Popular Encyclopaedia. (Glasgow and London, 1862)

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Media ID 14866060

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Coal Coal Industry Coal Mine Coal Miner Coal Mining Coal Waggon Coal Wagon Digging Fuel Lamp Mine Mine Shaft Miner Miners Lamp Mining Oxford Science Archive Pick Pick Axe Pony Shaft Underground Waggon Wagon Pit Pony


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This print takes us back to the depths of a coal mine in 1862, offering a glimpse into the arduous life of miners during the Victorian era. The underground scene is filled with activity as a determined miner wields his pickaxe, skillfully extracting coal from the walls of the mine. Meanwhile, a sturdy pony dutifully pulls a wagon loaded with coal along railway tracks towards the bottom of the pit shaft. The image showcases not only the physical labor involved in mining but also highlights how animals played an integral role in this industry. The pit pony, harnessed to its task, symbolizes both strength and companionship for these hardworking men. Amidst dim lighting provided by their trusty lamps, these brave individuals navigate through narrow passageways and dig deep into Mother Earth's resources to fuel society's growing demands. Their perseverance and dedication are evident as they work tirelessly to extract this vital source of energy. This engraving serves as a historical testament to an important chapter in industrial development – one that shaped communities and propelled progress forward. It reminds us of our reliance on natural resources while honoring those who risked their lives daily within these treacherous conditions. As we gaze upon this monochrome snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where grit met innovation underground; where man and beast worked hand-in-hand amidst darkness to power an advancing world above ground.

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