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The pit head and offices at Ollerton Colliery, North Nottinghanshire, 11 July 1962
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The pit head and offices at Ollerton Colliery, North Nottinghanshire, 11 July 1962
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Coal Industry Coal Mine Coal Mining Michael Michael Walters Mine Nottinghamshire Office Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Pit Head Pithead Walters Ollerton
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This print captures the pit head and offices at Ollerton Colliery, North Nottinghamshire, on a summer day in 1962. The image transports us back to a pivotal era in history - the 1960s - when coal mining played a significant role in shaping communities and fueling industries. The monochrome composition adds an air of nostalgia, emphasizing the stark contrast between light and shadow that characterizes this industrial landscape. The towering pit head stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience, symbolizing both progress and hardship. In the foreground, we see the bustling activity of workers going about their daily tasks, while smoke billows from chimneys nearby. This scene serves as a reminder of the tireless efforts made by countless individuals who dedicated their lives to extracting coal from beneath the earth's surface. The offices nestled amidst this industrial backdrop provide a glimpse into the administrative side of mining operations. They represent not only paperwork but also decision-making processes that shaped livelihoods for generations. Captured by Michael Walters, renowned for his ability to capture poignant moments in time through his lens, this photograph is part of Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd's collection. It serves as an invaluable historical document that preserves memories of Ollerton Colliery during its heyday.
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