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1930s Poor housing at Blaina, Monmouthshire
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1930s Poor housing at Blaina, Monmouthshire
A woman and her small child stand outside a single-storey cottage at Blaina in South Wales. Industry in the area was centred on coal-mining and the local tinplate works and suffered great poverty and unemployment in the 1920s and 1930s. Date: circa 1936
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Area Centred Coal Cottage Mining Stand Storey Tinplate
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This poignant photograph captures the harsh realities of life in Blaina, Monmouthshire during the 1930s. The image shows a woman and her small child standing outside a single-story cottage, their expressions conveying a sense of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The area, located in South Wales, was heavily industrialized, with coal-mining and the local tinplate works being the main sources of employment. However, the industry suffered greatly during the 1920s and 1930s, leading to high levels of poverty and unemployment. The woman's simple yet functional attire and the worn-out appearance of the cottage are clear indicators of the economic hardships faced by the community during this period. Despite the challenging circumstances, the mother and child continue to persevere, embodying the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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