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A young girl pulling a cartful of coal through a passage only a couple of feet high, 1842. The cart is attached to her waist by a chain, and she has crawl on all fours in order to negotiate the tunnel. From a report by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Childrens Employment set up by Lord Shaftesbury. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11800066
© 2005 Getty Images
Cart Chain Conditions Confined Industry Issues Labour Labouring Miner Mining Nudity Pulling Space Tunnel Underground Working Youth Diry Format
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This haunting image captures the harsh reality of child labor in 1842, as a young girl is seen pulling a cartful of coal through a narrow passage underground. The conditions she is forced to work in are deplorable, with the tunnel being only a couple of feet high and the cart attached to her waist by a chain.
In order to navigate the tight space, the girl must crawl on all fours, showcasing the physical toll that this laborious task takes on her young body. Her nudity further emphasizes her vulnerability and exploitation at the hands of those who profit from her labor.
This photo, part of a report by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Children's Employment set up by Lord Shaftesbury, sheds light on the grim reality faced by many children during this time period. It serves as a stark reminder of the injustices that were prevalent in industries such as mining in Europe.
As we reflect on this image, we are reminded of the importance of advocating for fair working conditions and protections for all individuals, especially vulnerable youth who deserve better than to be subjected to such grueling and dangerous work environments.
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