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Women at work in the sheds at the Belfast Ropeworks Company which is the largest
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Women at work in the sheds at the Belfast Ropeworks Company which is the largest
Women at work in the sheds at the Belfast Ropeworks Company which is the largest ropeworks in existence covering a site of thirty-four acres, and gives employment to many thousands. The company produces every kind of rope and cord that is possible, from the heaviest cable to the finest twine. The company also produces fishing nets, which have to be made by hand. The firm turns out one hundred tons of rope and twine every week, and gives employment to 3, 600 workers. Circa 1966
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Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
Belfast
Northern Ireland
Media ID 21569124
© Mirrorpix
Factory Northern Ireland Fishing Nets
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This print takes us back to the bustling sheds of the Belfast Ropeworks Company in Northern Ireland during the 1960s. The image showcases a group of hardworking women immersed in their tasks, surrounded by an impressive array of ropes and cords. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we discover that the Belfast Ropeworks Company was no ordinary establishment. Spanning over thirty-four acres, it stood as the largest ropeworks facility worldwide at that time. With its extensive operations, this company provided employment opportunities for thousands of individuals. The photograph highlights not only the scale but also the diversity of products manufactured by these skilled workers. From heavy-duty cables to delicate twine, every type of rope imaginable was meticulously crafted within these sheds. Additionally, fishing nets were intricately handcrafted here—a testament to both craftsmanship and attention to detail. It is awe-inspiring to learn that this remarkable firm produced a staggering one hundred tons of rope and twine each week—an astonishing feat considering the era's technological limitations. In this image captured by an anonymous staff member from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a moment frozen in time—women diligently contributing their skills and expertise towards sustaining a thriving industry. Their dedication echoes through generations as they play an integral role in shaping Northern Ireland's industrial landscape during this period.
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