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The Lime Works in Dunton Green, Kent. Men pile lime blocks into the kilns
The Lime Works in Dunton Green, Kent.
Men pile lime blocks into the kilns.
1938
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Media ID 10984608
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Lime Quarry Road Shed Smoke Stone Wheelbarrow Work Worker Workers Workmen
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 21.8cm (10" x 8.6")
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This print takes us back to the 1930s, between the wars, in Dunton Green, Kent. The Lime Works stands tall as a testament to the industrious spirit of that era. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a group of hardworking men engaged in their laborious task of piling lime blocks into the kilns. The scene is bustling with activity as these dedicated workers maneuver wheelbarrows filled with heavy loads of lime towards the waiting kilns. Thick smoke billows from the chimneys, creating an atmospheric backdrop against which their efforts unfold. The men's determined expressions reveal their commitment to their craft and highlight the importance of this work for both themselves and society. The composition showcases not only the human element but also provides glimpses into other elements essential to lime production: stone quarries and sheds where materials are stored. These details add depth and context to our understanding of this thriving industry during that period. John Topham's masterful capture transports us back in time, allowing us to appreciate both the physicality involved in such manual labor and its significance within local communities like Dunton Green. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an era when hard work was valued above all else – a tribute to those who built our world brick by brick.
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