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Jigsaw Puzzle : Pitman Wilf Barnes takes the last bag of coal from Burradon Colliery November 1975
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Pitman Wilf Barnes takes the last bag of coal from Burradon Colliery November 1975
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Media ID 21537187
© Mirrorpix
Coal Coal Mining Colliery Miners
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the poignant image "Pitman Wilf Barnes takes the last bag of coal from Burradon Colliery November 1975" by NCJ from Memory Lane Prints. This intricately detailed puzzle captures a significant moment in history, telling the story of the UK's mining industry through beautiful, high-quality pieces. Assemble this puzzle to remember the past, connect with history, and enjoy a fun and engaging activity for all ages. Bring the nostalgia home and create a cherished memory with every piece you place.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 38x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 38cm (19.8" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph captured in November 1975, we witness a significant moment in history as Pitman Wilf Barnes takes the last bag of coal from Burradon Colliery. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the once-thriving coal mining industry that shaped countless communities during the 1970s. With his weathered face and worn-out overalls, Pitman Wilf Barnes stands tall amidst the remnants of an era defined by hard work and resilience. As he holds onto that final bag of coal, one can almost feel the weight of its significance - symbolizing not only the end of an era but also marking a profound shift in industrial practices. Burradon Colliery, once bustling with activity and echoing with the sounds of machinery and camaraderie among miners, now stands silent and abandoned. This snapshot freezes time to honor those who dedicated their lives to extracting this vital resource from deep within Mother Earth's embrace. The image evokes mixed emotions - nostalgia for a bygone era when collieries were at their peak, gratitude for those who risked their lives underground daily, yet also sadness for the loss experienced by these communities when mines closed down. NCJ's skillful photography captures both the physicality involved in mining coal and its emotional impact on individuals like Pitman Wilf Barnes. It is through photographs like these that we preserve our collective memory; they serve as visual reminders not only of our past but also as catalysts for conversations
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