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Winching men up from the coalface - Wales
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Winching men up from the coalface - Wales
Winching men up from the coalface - Wales. Note the Davy lamp hanging off the belt of the man in the centre. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Ascend Ascending Coal Colliery Davy Faces Lamp Lift Lifting Miner Miners Mining Smiles Winding Coalmine Coalmining
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Winching Men Up from the Coalface - Wales (circa 1910s): A captivating photograph capturing the essence of the coal mining industry in Wales during the 1910s. In this image, a group of hardworking miners are seen ascending from the coalface, their faces etched with the marks of toil and sweat. The men are being winched up to the surface using a pulley system, their bodies swaying gently in the rhythmic motion of the lift. The central figure, dressed in heavy workwear and wearing a Davy lamp suspended from his belt, gazes upwards with a determined expression. The Davy lamp, an essential safety device used to prevent gas explosions in coal mines, adds a poignant reminder of the hazardous conditions endured by these miners. Despite the arduous nature of their work, the men's faces bear smiles and a sense of camaraderie, reflecting the resilience and solidarity that bound the mining community. The colliery, with its tall chimneys and belching smoke, looms in the background, a testament to the industry's relentless drive for production. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of coal mining in Wales, a critical industry that shaped the region's economy and social fabric for generations. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the miners and their families, and the indelible mark they left on the annals of industrial history.
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