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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa - Crown Gold Mines
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa - Crown Gold Mines
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa - Crown Mines - Gold Mining - miner operating a pneumatic drill. Date: circa 1930s
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Apr16 Condition Drill Gauteng Lamp Machinery Miner Mines Mining Operating Pneumatic
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This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of gold mining in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa during the 1930s. The image focuses on a determined African miner, dressed in a simple loincloth and wearing a protective hat adorned with a miner's lamp, as he operates a pneumatic drill deep within the Crown Mines. The dusty, cramped conditions of the mine are evident in the dimly lit environment, with the miner's expression conveying a sense of focus and determination as he extracts precious gold from the earth. The Crown Mines, located in the Witwatersrand Basin, were once the largest gold mines in the world, attracting thousands of miners from all over the globe in search of wealth and opportunity. The industry was a major driver of South Africa's economy during the early 20th century, but it came at a great cost to the health and wellbeing of the labor force. The miner in this photograph is a testament to the resilience and hard work of the men who toiled in the mines, often under dangerous and difficult conditions. The pneumatic drill, a technological advancement of the time, allowed for more efficient drilling and extraction of gold, but it also increased the risk of accidents and respiratory diseases due to the fine gold dust that was generated. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the human cost of the gold mining industry in Johannesburg during the 1930s. It is a powerful image that speaks to the enduring legacy of the industry and the indomitable spirit of the men who worked in it.
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