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Mounted Print : The Last of their Line. 1. The pit-brow lasses are to leave Giants Hall Colliery, Standish
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The Last of their Line. 1. The pit-brow lasses are to leave Giants Hall Colliery, Standish
The Last of their Line.1. The pit-brow lasses are to leave Giants Hall Colliery, Standish. They will no longer be needed when a new washery plant is opened at Gidlow. September 1953 P005128
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21321715
© Mirrorpix
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our poignant mounted photo from The Last of their Line collection. Witness the emotional moment as the pit-brow lasses of Giants Hall Colliery, Standish, bid farewell to their workplace. With the opening of a new washery plant at Gidlow, their roles were no longer needed. Captured in September 1953, this photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era. Preserve this piece of history in your home with our high-quality mounted print from Memory Lane Prints.
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 19cm x 15.2cm (7.5" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Last of their Line. 1
EDITORS COMMENTS
captures a poignant moment in the history of Giants Hall Colliery, Standish. This evocative print showcases the pit-brow lasses, women who have tirelessly worked in the mining industry for years. However, their time at Giants Hall Colliery is coming to an end. In September 1953, these hardworking and dedicated workers are facing redundancy as a new washery plant is set to open at Gidlow. The image portrays a sense of both resilience and uncertainty on the faces of these women as they prepare to bid farewell to their beloved workplace. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the changing times and shifting dynamics within industries during the 1950s. It symbolizes not only the end of an era but also highlights how advancements in technology can render certain roles obsolete. As we gaze upon this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we cannot help but feel admiration for these women who have played such crucial roles in supporting their families and communities through their laborious work underground. Their contribution should never be forgotten or underestimated. "The Last of their Line. 1" serves as a testament to human strength and adaptability amidst industrial progress. It invites us to reflect on our own journey through time while honoring those whose sacrifices paved the way for future generations.
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