Apprenticed Collection

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

Irish March of Intellect: or The happy Result of Emancipation'. Barefoot Irish father introducing his son to an
527972 Irish March of Intellect: or The happy Result of Emancipation'. Barefoot Irish father introducing his son to an English lawyer in the hope of having him apprenticed. Cartoon 1820s

Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith (engraving)
606872 Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for Ellis Gamble, Goldsmith, at the Golden Angel, Cranbourn Street)

Cadbury Tea Dealer, Bull Street, Birmingham
Idealised street scene showing the Cadbury Tea Dealer shop in Bull Street, Birmingham, where John Cadbury was apprenticed as a young man. Date: 1820s

Johnsons Workshop Etc
ANDREW JOHNSONs workshop, where he was apprenticed to a tailor, and his residence at Greenville, Tennessee. Date: 19th century

Michael Faraday (1791-1867) British physicist and chemist. Top left, reading when apprenticed to Riebau as a bookbinder: top right: experimenting

Thomas Mudge (1717-94) English horologist born at Exeter, Devon. Apprenticed to the eminent clockmaker George Graham (1742ja-1751), Mudge invented the lever escapement (c1757)

Irish March of Intellect: or The happy Result of Emancipation. Barefoot Irish father introducing his son to an English lawyer in the hope of having him apprenticed. Cartoon 1820s

Thomas Telford (1757-1834) Scottish civil engineer, born at Westkirk, Langholm. Apprenticed to a stonemason at the age of 14

Boy pushing coal wagon in mine at Halifax, Yorkshire
A boy with a belt and chain around his waist pushes a heavy coal truck along a low underground passage in a mine at Halifax, Yorkshire

Boy dragging coal wagon with belt and chain in mine
A boy with a belt and chain around his waist drags a heavy coal truck along a low underground passage in a mine at Halifax, Yorkshire

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"Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Apprenticed Lives: From Coal Mines to Goldsmiths" Step back in time and witness the arduous life of young boys apprenticed in various trades. In the depths of a coal mine, a determined boy drags a heavy coal wagon with his harness and chain, showcasing the harsh realities faced by child laborers. Meanwhile, Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telford's brilliance is revealed as he emerges from Westkirk, Langholm, leaving an indelible mark on engineering history. Venturing into Bull Street, Birmingham, we stumble upon a Cadbury Tea Dealer bustling with activity. Here lies another tale of apprenticeship - one that involves mastering the art of tea blending and distribution. An enchanting engraving advertises Ellis Gamble's goldsmith shop; it serves as a testament to skilled craftsmanship acquired through years of apprenticeship. The Johnsons Workshop stands as a testament to dedication and perseverance. It echoes with the sounds of tools clinking against metal as aspiring artisans hone their skills under watchful eyes. Among them is Michael Faraday, British physicist and chemist extraordinaire who devours knowledge while reading intently. Thomas Mudge's journey begins in Exeter, Devon where he embarks on an apprenticeship that would shape him into an esteemed horologist. His precision and innovation continue to inspire generations even today. Across borders in Ireland, emancipation brings hope for progress depicted vividly in "Irish March of Intellect. " Barefoot Irish children now have opportunities beyond being nearly apprenticed; they can dream big and aspire for more than just manual labor. Returning once again to Thomas Telford's legacy - this time witnessing his birthplace at Westkirk - we are reminded that great minds often emerge from humble beginnings. The impact he made on civil engineering remains unparalleled.