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14 year old John Peacock and 15 year old Robert Johnson both of Consett
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14 year old John Peacock and 15 year old Robert Johnson both of Consett
14 year old John Peacock and 15 year old Robert Johnson both of Consett, Co Durham who today started their trainging at the Kyo Residential Training centre for Juvenile Entrants to the mining Industry. Bob knows a thing or two about mining, his father is one but its all knew to John his father works in a foundry. May 1947 P018194
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14-year-old John Peacock and 15-year-old Robert Johnson, both hailing from Consett, Co Durham, embark on a new chapter as they begin their training at the Kyo Residential Training Centre for Juvenile Entrants to the mining industry. In this print captured in May 1947 by Mirrorpix, we witness these young boys stepping into an unfamiliar world of hard work and determination. While Robert comes from a mining background with his father already working in the industry, John's father is employed in a foundry. For John, this marks the beginning of an entirely different experience altogether. With wide-eyed curiosity and eager anticipation etched across their faces, these teenagers symbolize the resilience and adaptability of youth. This image encapsulates not only their individual stories but also represents countless other children who entered the coal mining profession during that era. It serves as a poignant reminder of how childhoods were often sacrificed in pursuit of economic stability for families. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, let us reflect upon the immense challenges faced by these young miners-to-be and acknowledge their bravery as they navigate uncharted territories within an unforgiving industry. Their youthful spirits shine through amidst uncertainty; poised to embrace whatever lies ahead.
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