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Judges at the Brailsford Ploughing Match 15th June 1950 Various, Derbyshire
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Judges at the Brailsford Ploughing Match 15th June 1950 Various, Derbyshire
Judges at the Brailsford Ploughing Match 15th June 1950
Various, Derbyshire, Britain
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Derby Telegraph
Mirrorpix
Brailsford
Derbyshire
England
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Media ID 21820806
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1950 Agriculture Century Competition Derbyshire Discussion East Midlands Farmers Farms And Farming Fifties Flat Caps Pipe Ploughing Wellington Boots
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Capturing the Essence of British Agriculture - Judges at the Brailsford Ploughing Match, 1950
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. This print takes us back to a significant moment in British agricultural history. The year is 1950, and we find ourselves amidst the lively atmosphere of the Brailsford Ploughing Match in Derbyshire. A group of esteemed judges gather together, their faces etched with wisdom and experience. Dressed in traditional attire that reflects their deep connection to the land, these farmers exude a sense of pride and camaraderie. With flat caps adorning their heads and wellington boots protecting them from muddy fields, they are ready to assess the ploughing skills displayed before them. As they engage in animated discussion, pipes clutched between weathered fingers emit gentle wisps of smoke into the air—a testament to a time when smoking was commonplace. Their focused expressions reveal an unwavering commitment to selecting only the finest ploughmen who will carry on Britain's rich farming legacy. This photograph encapsulates not just a competition but also an entire era—the fifties—when agriculture played a vital role in shaping communities across England's East Midlands region. It serves as a poignant reminder of our ancestors' dedication to cultivating fertile lands for future generations. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this image transports us back more than half a century ago—an evocative glimpse into an industry that has evolved yet remains deeply rooted within our national identity.
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