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Mounted Print : New council houses - Cwmbach near Aberdare, Wales
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New council houses - Cwmbach near Aberdare, Wales
New council houses built at the lower end of Cwmbach for Welsh miners and their families, near Aberdare, in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
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Media ID 20952897
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Aberdare Colliery Council Estate Estates Families Glamorganshire Miners Purpose
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring a piece of Welsh history into your home with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring new council houses at Cwmbach near Aberdare. This image captures the essence of post-war housing development in Wales, where these homes were built to provide shelter for Welsh miners and their families. The intricate details of the architecture and the lush, green landscape surrounding the houses are sure to make this a conversation starter in any room. Order now and add a touch of Welsh heritage to your decor.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 19.8cm (6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a new beginning for the Welsh mining community of Cwmbach near Aberdare in the 1960s. The image showcases a row of freshly built council houses, designed to provide affordable and comfortable living spaces for local miners and their families. The colliery town, located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf in Glamorganshire, Wales, had long been known for its close-knit community and the vital role the coal industry played in its existence. The purpose-built council houses, with their modern design and domestic comforts, represented a significant improvement from the cramped and often substandard housing many families had previously endured. The houses were a symbol of the local council's commitment to providing better living conditions for its residents, who had dedicated their lives to the coal industry. The photograph transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of Cwmbach and the lives of its people during a period of transformation. The houses, with their clean lines and uniformity, stand proudly against the backdrop of the Welsh landscape, a testament to the resilience and determination of the community that called this place home. As we look at this image, we are reminded of the importance of social housing in providing a stable foundation for families and communities, and the role it continues to play in shaping the lives of countless individuals and their stories.
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