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Coal Mining 1906
Hewers working at coal face on a thin seam, Frog Lane Pit, Coalpit Heath, near Bristol, 1906 Date: 1906
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of coal miners at work in Frog Lane Pit, Coalpit Heath, near Bristol, in the year 1906. The image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the coal mining industry during the early 1900s. The miners in this photograph are seen toiling away at the coal face on a thin seam, their faces etched with the grime and exhaustion that came with the long hours spent underground. The men are dressed in heavy clothing and protective gear, including helmets and headlamps, to shield them from the dangerous conditions of the mine. Coal mining was a labor-intensive and physically demanding industry, and the miners worked long hours in cramped, dark conditions to extract the valuable resource. The coal seams were often thin and required the miners to work closely together, as seen in this photograph. The use of hand tools such as picks and shovels was common, making the work slow and arduous. Despite the challenges, coal mining was a vital industry during this period, providing the fuel that powered the growing industries of the Industrial Revolution. The demand for coal was high, and the miners played a crucial role in meeting that demand. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the miners and their families during this era. It also highlights the importance of the coal mining industry in shaping the economic and industrial landscape of the early 1900s.
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