Coal Mining Collection (page 15)

Frankie Clough, left, actor Leslie Sands, centre, and Bebby Bell on the set of Escape from the Dark circa 1950s

Pupils at a special training school for boys at Pelaw Main Betty Pit, near Birtley, learn about the care of pit ponies during a lesson given by W. Adamson in 1942

The light-up project was brought in to increase output from machines such as the one in the picture at Westoe Colliery in 1967

Determined not to be "out of it"the favourite pet of one of the miners
Determined not to be " out of it" the favourite pet of one of the miners squeezed himself into the picture, after the opening of a pithead canteen at Isabella Pit, Throckely, Northumberland

Spitsbergen, Norway - Adventfjorden (Advent Bay). Depicted here is the former mining camp of Longyearbyen (located on its southwestern shore)

The Prince of Wales at Shireoaks Colliery, Nottinghamshire near Yorkshire border, The property of the Duke of Newcastle : Shown here the shaft engine house 2 November 1861

Coal mining with a pit pony

Italy, Sardinia, Southwest Sardinia, Buggerru, overview of mining town established in 1860

Coal mine showing two shafts, coal miners lift, and lift to transport coal to surface, diagram

Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, engraved by E
KW272948 Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, engraved by E. Scriven (1775-1841), from National Portrait Gallery, volume IV

Safety lamps designed by Humphry Davy for use by miners
XOS1766096 Safety lamps designed by Humphry Davy for use by miners by Basire, James, the younger (1769-1822); Private Collection; (add.info)

USA-Kentucky-Harlan: View of Coal Mining Town / Autumn
USA, Kentucky, Harlan: View of Coal Mining Town / Autumn

Rhondda Heritage Park Museum, Trehafod, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Hashima Island Gunkanjima (Warship Island), Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

Losh and Stephensons carriage. Historical artwork of a steam locomotive patented in 1815 by engineer George Stephenson (1781-1848)

Open-cast mining, Kazakhstan
Mining at night. Vast excavator at work at an open-cast coal mine at night. At the end of the boom (right) is a large wheel which has huge cutting scoops fitted to it

Mining safety cage, 19th century
Mining safety cage. 19th-century artwork of the safety cage developed by Pierre-Joseph Fontaine (1810-1877) in 1849. The cage contains coal being lifted to the surface from a coal mine

Sir Humphry Davy, English chemist
Sir Humphry Davy (1778-1829), historical artwork. Davy is best known for his invention of the miners safety lamp, also known as the Davy lamp, for use in coal mines

Humphry Davy, English chemist
Humphry Davy (1778-1829), English chemist. Davy is best known for his invention of the miners safety lamp, also known as the Davy lamp, for use in coal mines

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"Unearthing the Depths: A Glimpse into the World of Coal Mining" Step back in time to Lea Hall Colliery and Rugeley A Power Station, Staffordshire, 1963. Witness the relentless determination of a coal miner as he delves deep into the earth, braving darkness and danger to fuel a nation. In Tonypandy, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe stands a solemn statue honoring these unsung heroes. Their unwavering spirit echoes through generations as they tirelessly worked at Ebbw Vale Colliery. Travel further back in time to Elsecar colliery in 1793 when sections of this mine were under Earl Fitzwilliam's ownership. The rich history embedded within its walls tells tales of resilience and sacrifice that shaped communities. Markham Main Colliery near Doncaster paints a vivid picture of life in South Yorkshire during 1961. Miners brave treacherous conditions underground while R Colin Snow coal merchants wagon stands proudly above ground at Barnburgh Colliery. The struggle for workers' rights comes alive with an evocative image from Wheatsheaf Colliery in Pendlebury during January 1912. Balloting for the coal strike captures the unity and strength among miners fighting for fair treatment. Safety takes center stage as Beamish Park hosts an Ambulance-Drill Demonstration for Coal-Miners in Durham. These drills ensure that every miner is prepared for any eventuality that may arise beneath their feet. Wath Main Colliery near Rotherham showcases both the grit and camaraderie shared by miners in South Yorkshire during 1956. Their sweat-soaked brows bear witness to their tireless efforts day after day. Experience a slice of mining life at The Colliery exhibit within Beamish Museum located in Stanley County Durham. Immerse yourself in authentic surroundings and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by these brave individuals.