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Threshing corn by traction engine
Threshing corn by steam power. Possibly Suffolk Date: circa 1905
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Corn Possibly Power Suffolk Threshing Traction
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This photograph depicts a scene of rural life from circa 1905, as farmers in Suffolk, England, employ the power of steam to thresh their ripe corn crops. The image showcases a traction engine, its large, intricately-detailed wheels covered in mud from the fields, proudly displaying the "I.K. Bell & Co." insignia on its side. The engine is connected to a threshing machine via a belt, which in turn, separates the grain from the husks. The threshing process was a labor-intensive task, and the introduction of steam power significantly increased efficiency and productivity. The men in the photograph can be seen working together, some operating the machinery, while others load the corn into the threshing drum. The women and children in the background appear to be watching the proceedings with curiosity and anticipation. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and open fields, dotted with trees and farm buildings. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the landscape, adding to the idyllic atmosphere. The steam plume from the engine rises into the clear blue sky, a testament to the power and might of this agricultural innovation. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when farming relied on the ingenuity and determination of the rural community. The use of steam power revolutionized the agricultural industry, making farming more efficient and productive, and paving the way for the modern farming practices we know today.
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