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Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine
A boy with a harness and chain between his legs drags a heavy coal truck along a low underground passage in a mine at Halifax, Yorkshire. An official investigation in 1842 revealed that children as young as seven were being apprenticed to work in mines, in some cases placed there by workhouses
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1840s 1842 Apprentice Apprenticeship Chain Coal Conditions Dragging Halifax Harness Heavy Investigation L Aw Legs Mine Mines Mining Official Passage Poor Poverty Pulling Truck Under Ground Workhouse Workhouses Apprenticed
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection: "Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine." This captivating puzzle presents an intriguing historical scene from Halifax, Yorkshire, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of coal mining as you piece together this evocative image of a determined young boy, harnessed and chained to a heavy coal wagon, laboring in the dimly lit underground passageways. The intricate details and authentic textures of this puzzle will transport you back in time, making it an engaging and educational experience for all ages. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles are meticulously crafted to provide a satisfying and enjoyable puzzle-solving experience. Each puzzle is made with premium, thick puzzle board material and coated with a scratch-resistant finish, ensuring a long-lasting and durable puzzle that will provide hours of entertainment for you and your family. Join us on this fascinating journey into the past with our "Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine" jigsaw puzzle – order yours today!
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of child labor in the Victorian-era coal mines of Halifax, Yorkshire, during the 1840s. The young boy in the image, no older than ten or eleven, is seen struggling to drag a heavy coal truck along a low, damp underground passageway. He is harnessed to the wagon with a thick chain, which is secured between his legs, forcing him to use his entire body weight to move the load. The scene is a stark reminder of the poverty and destitution that drove families to send their children to work in the mines, often as apprentices, in place of starving in the workhouses. An official investigation in 1842 revealed that children as young as seven were being employed in the mines, with some being placed there by the workhouses themselves. The conditions in the mines were notoriously dangerous and unhealthy, with long hours, low wages, and a high risk of injury or death. The use of child labor was a common practice in the mining industry during this period, and the image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the industrial revolution. The photograph is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of the children who labored in the mines, as well as the inadequacy of the social welfare systems in place during the time. It also highlights the importance of historical investigations and the role they play in shedding light on the often overlooked aspects of our past.
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