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Cutting green vegetables near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall

Cutting green vegetables near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall


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Cutting green vegetables near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall

Three men in Cornwall cutting green vegetables in a field, with St Michaels Mount in the background. (2 of 2)

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1959 Agriculture Conditions Cornish Crates Cutting Growing Harvest Harvesting Mount Vege Table Vegetables


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A Glimpse into the Past: Cornish Farmers Harvesting Green Vegetables near St Michael's Mount, Cornwall (1959) This evocative photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to the idyllic countryside of Cornwall in the 1950s. Three local farmers are seen working in a lush, green vegetable field, their focused expressions and determined postures a testament to the hard work and dedication required in the agricultural industry. In the background, the iconic silhouette of St Michael's Mount, an historic landmark and popular tourist attraction, stands proudly against the sky. The men, dressed in traditional work clothes and hats, are busy cutting and collecting the ripe, green vegetables into woven baskets. The vegetables, likely cabbages or kale, are carefully selected and placed into crates for transport to market or local homes. The scene exudes a sense of simplicity and authenticity, as the farmers work in harmony with nature, their labor essential for the community's sustenance. The photograph, taken in 1959, offers a glimpse into the rich agricultural history of Cornwall. The region's unique climate and fertile soil have long made it a hub for farming, with a diverse range of crops grown throughout the centuries. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the conditions and challenges faced by farmers during the 1950s, and the importance of their contributions to the local economy and food supply. As we admire this image, we are reminded of the enduring connection between the people of Cornwall and the land, a bond that continues to thrive and evolve in the present day.

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