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Easington Colliery workers. Circa 1977
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Easington Colliery workers. Circa 1977
NCJ Archive
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Easington Colliery
County Durham
England
Media ID 21832773
© Mirrorpix
Coal Colliery County Durham Exterior Mines Mining North East 1977
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This photo print, titled "Easington Colliery workers. Circa 1977" takes us back to a significant era in the history of coal mining. The image captures a group of hardworking men, their faces etched with determination and resilience, standing outside the colliery in Easington, County Durham. The year is 1977, a time when the coal industry played an integral role in shaping communities across the North East. These miners were at the forefront of this industrial revolution, dedicating their lives to extracting coal from deep within the earth. Their unwavering commitment ensured that homes stayed warm and industries kept running. The photograph exudes a sense of camaraderie among these men who shared not only long hours underground but also a common bond forged by their arduous work. They stand proudly together against an exterior backdrop that symbolizes both strength and vulnerability. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the immense challenges faced by those who toiled beneath our feet. This image serves as a poignant reminder of an era gone by – one where manual labor was revered and communities thrived around these bustling collieries. Preserved meticulously by NCJ Archive's Memory Lane Prints collection, this photograph allows us to reflect on our rich industrial heritage while honoring those whose sweat and sacrifice powered our nation forward during this pivotal period in history.
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