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Charcoal burners in Epping Forest, Essex, near London, England. The men and their
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Charcoal burners in Epping Forest, Essex, near London, England. The men and their
Charcoal burners in Epping Forest, Essex, near London, England. The men and their families lived in the forest for the summer so that they could be on hand to attend the burning clamps whenever necessary. On the left a woman sits on a log outside the rough hut which would be her summer home. On the right is a screen to regulate the draught. Engraving from The Illustrated London News (London, 8 November 1879)
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1879 Burning Charcoal Draught Essex Families Forest Fuel Hand Home Illustrated Left Lived News November Outside Rough Screen Sits Summer Wood Attend Burners Clamps Epping Regulate
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This print captures a glimpse into the lives of charcoal burners in Epping Forest, Essex, near London, England. The men and their families made this forest their temporary home during the summer months to ensure they were always available to attend the burning clamps whenever needed. In this image, we see a woman gracefully perched on a log outside her humble hut, which served as her shelter for the season. Her presence adds an element of warmth amidst the ruggedness of the surroundings. On the right side of the frame stands a screen ingeniously designed to regulate airflow and maintain optimal conditions for burning charcoal. The engraving was originally featured in The Illustrated London News on November 8th, 1879. It offers us a rare glimpse into an industry that played a vital role in Britain's fuel supply during that era. Charcoal production required great skill and dedication from these hardworking individuals who relied on Epping Forest's abundant wood resources. As we admire this historical photograph, it serves as a reminder of how people once lived harmoniously with nature while fulfilling essential tasks. It invites us to appreciate both our modern conveniences and those who came before us, laboring diligently to provide for their families and communities through traditional means such as charcoal burning.
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