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"Unearthing the Riches

Background imageCoal Collection: Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Coporation, stock pile of coal and... Detroit, Mich. 1942

Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Coporation, stock pile of coal and... Detroit, Mich. 1942
Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Coporation, stock pile of coal and iron ore, Detroit, Mich

Background imageCoal Collection: Coal feeders on tip of coke ovens... of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich. 1942

Coal feeders on tip of coke ovens... of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich. 1942. Creator: Arthurs Siegel
Coal feeders on tip of coke ovens, Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich

Background imageCoal Collection: Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich. 1942. Creator: Arthurs Siegel

Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich. 1942. Creator: Arthurs Siegel
Hanna furnaces of the Great Lakes Steel Corporation, Detroit, Mich. Coal tower atop coal ovens

Background imageCoal Collection: Maintenance mechanic in largest coal press... Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1942

Maintenance mechanic in largest coal press... Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1942
Maintenance mechanic in largest coal press in world, Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn

Background imageCoal Collection: Loading a lake freighter with coal at the Pennsylvania R.R. coal docks... Sandusky, Ohio, 1943

Loading a lake freighter with coal at the Pennsylvania R.R. coal docks... Sandusky, Ohio, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Loading a lake freighter with coal at the Pennsylvania R.R. coal docks, for shipment to other Great Lake ports, Sandusky, Ohio

Background imageCoal Collection: Loading coal into a lake freighter at the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943

Loading coal into a lake freighter at the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Loading coal into a lake freighter at the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio

Background imageCoal Collection: Loading a lake freighter with coal for shipment to other lake ports, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943

Loading a lake freighter with coal for shipment to other lake ports, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Loading a lake freighter with coal for shipment to other lake ports, Sandusky, Ohio

Background imageCoal Collection: Loading coal into a freighter at one of the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943

Loading coal into a freighter at one of the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Loading coal into a freighter at one of the Pennsylvania Railroad docks, Sandusky, Ohio

Background imageCoal Collection: Loading a freighter with coal at one of the three coal docks owned by the... Sandusky, Ohio, 1943

Loading a freighter with coal at one of the three coal docks owned by the... Sandusky, Ohio, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Loading a freighter with coal at one of the three coal docks owned by the Pennsylvania Railroad, Sandusky, Ohio

Background imageCoal Collection: Santa Fe R. R. train stopping for coal and water, Laguna, New Mexico, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano

Santa Fe R. R. train stopping for coal and water, Laguna, New Mexico, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Santa Fe R.R. train stopping for coal and water, Laguna, New Mexico

Background imageCoal Collection: Servicing engines at coal and sand chutes at Argentine yard, Santa Fe R. R. Kansas City, 1943

Servicing engines at coal and sand chutes at Argentine yard, Santa Fe R. R. Kansas City, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Servicing engines at coal and sand chutes at Argentine yard, Santa Fe R.R. Kansas City, Kansas

Background imageCoal Collection: Locomotives over the ash pit at the roundhouse and coaling station... Chicago, Ill. 1942

Locomotives over the ash pit at the roundhouse and coaling station... Chicago, Ill. 1942. Creator: Jack Delano
Locomotives over the ash pit at the roundhouse and coaling station at the Chicago and Northwestern [i.e. North Western] Railroad yards, Chicago, Ill

Background imageCoal Collection: Locomotives lined up for coal, sand and water at the coaling station in the 40... Chicago, 1942

Locomotives lined up for coal, sand and water at the coaling station in the 40... Chicago, 1942. Creator: Jack Delano
Locomotives lined up for coal, sand and water at the coaling station in the 40th Street yard of the C & NW RR [i.e. Chicago and North Western railroad], Chicago, Ill

Background imageCoal Collection: Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo)

Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo)
7286994 Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (coloured photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Rail Worker

Rail Worker
Sudipta Chakraborty

Background imageCoal Collection: Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (photo)

Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (photo)
7286052 Young coal miner at Turkey Knob Mine, West Virginia. 1908 (photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Children in the mines (engraving)

Children in the mines (engraving)
3644228 Children in the mines (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children in the mines. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1843)

Background imageCoal Collection: Descente d un cheval dans la mine, vue prise au Creusot (engraving)

Descente d un cheval dans la mine, vue prise au Creusot (engraving)
2814446 Descente d un cheval dans la mine, vue prise au Creusot (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Descente d un cheval dans la mine, vue prise au Creusot)

Background imageCoal Collection: 120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts

120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho)
2808506 120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageCoal Collection: Payment Bond, Aniche Coal Mine, 1906 (litho)

Payment Bond, Aniche Coal Mine, 1906 (litho)
1731067 Payment Bond, Aniche Coal Mine, 1906 (litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Compagnie des mines d Aniche (coal mines, Nord Pas de Calais)

Background imageCoal Collection: Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902)

Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902)
CHT286993 Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) engraved by Desire Dumont (19th century), 1886 edition (engraving) (b/w photo) by Ferat

Background imageCoal Collection: Concordia Coal Mine, Oberhausen, Germany (colour engraving)

Concordia Coal Mine, Oberhausen, Germany (colour engraving)
1730962 Concordia Coal Mine, Oberhausen, Germany (colour engraving) by German School, (19th century); (add.info.: Oberhausen, Germany : Concordia coal mine, engraving, late 19th century)

Background imageCoal Collection: DDE-90034940

DDE-90034940
Russia, Murmansk. Shipping & port area loading coal along the Kola Peninsula & the Tuloma River, massive WWII Aloysha Monument in distance. Date: 01/12/2005

Background imageCoal Collection: DDE-90033306

DDE-90033306
Norway, Arctic Circle, Svalbard Islands, Spitsbergen, Ny Alesund. Kongsfjorden (aka King's Bay) & glacier. Vintage coal train. Date: 01/12/2005

Background imageCoal Collection: Bond Beeringen Coal Mine, 1920 (litho)

Bond Beeringen Coal Mine, 1920 (litho)
1729008 Bond Beeringen Coal Mine, 1920 (litho) by Belgian School, (20th century); (add.info.: Bond Beeringen Coal Mine 1920)

Background imageCoal Collection: Miner and Child with lamp in a coal mine, 1906 (b / w photo))

Miner and Child with lamp in a coal mine, 1906 (b / w photo))
1729009 Miner and Child with lamp in a coal mine, 1906 (b/w photo)) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Coal mine, 1906 : miner with a lamp and child)

Background imageCoal Collection: Truck drivers for the Alaska Coal Company, Washington, D. C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks

Truck drivers for the Alaska Coal Company, Washington, D. C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Truck drivers for the Alaska Coal Company

Background imageCoal Collection: Truck driver for the Alaska Coal Company, Washington, D. C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks

Truck driver for the Alaska Coal Company, Washington, D. C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Truck driver for the Alaska Coal Company

Background imageCoal Collection: The Harz coal-makers, a German forest massif, drawing by Stroobant

The Harz coal-makers, a German forest massif, drawing by Stroobant, to illustrate a visit to the Harz mines in 1862 by
LSE4325082 The Harz coal-makers, a German forest massif, drawing by Stroobant, to illustrate a visit to the Harz mines in 1862 by Adolphe Carnot

Background imageCoal Collection: Steam Locomotive 264, Through the heart of England: A Great Central 'Atlantic', 1910 (litho)

Steam Locomotive 264, Through the heart of England: A Great Central "Atlantic", 1910 (litho)
6437130 Steam Locomotive 264, Through the heart of England: A Great Central " Atlantic", 1910 (litho) by Rudd, Edwin Thomas (1861-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: In the stoke-hold (colour litho)

In the stoke-hold (colour litho)
5990871 In the stoke-hold (colour litho) by Hunt, Henry J. (1867-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the stoke-hold)

Background imageCoal Collection: La Petite Lune, number 16 - Illustration by Louis Alexandre Gosset de Guines dit Gill (1840-1885)

La Petite Lune, number 16 - Illustration by Louis Alexandre Gosset de Guines dit Gill (1840-1885)
ICA4936045 La Petite Lune, number 16 - Illustration by Louis Alexandre Gosset de Guines dit Gill (1840-1885): The black man of tomorrow - Charcoal, Auvergne

Background imageCoal Collection: LLoyd George as a chef with the ingredients of Coal, Germany and Ireland, 1921 (litho)

LLoyd George as a chef with the ingredients of Coal, Germany and Ireland, 1921 (litho)
KDC400231 LLoyd George as a chef with the ingredients of Coal, Germany and Ireland, 1921 (litho) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Cardean 903, A sturdy hill climber: Ten-wheeled express engine, Caledonian Railway, 1910 (litho)

Cardean 903, A sturdy hill climber: Ten-wheeled express engine, Caledonian Railway, 1910 (litho)
6437129 Cardean 903, A sturdy hill climber: Ten-wheeled express engine, Caledonian Railway, 1910 (litho) by Rudd, Edwin Thomas (1861-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: LNER Locomotive Coaling Plant (colour litho)

LNER Locomotive Coaling Plant (colour litho)
5991567 LNER Locomotive Coaling Plant (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P. (1893-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: LNER Locomotive Coaling Plant)

Background imageCoal Collection: G. N. R. Great Northern Railway STEAM LOCOMOTIVE No. 292. A Great Northern Compound, 1910 (litho)

G. N. R. Great Northern Railway STEAM LOCOMOTIVE No. 292. A Great Northern Compound, 1910 (litho)
6437132 G.N.R. Great Northern Railway STEAM LOCOMOTIVE No.292. A Great Northern Compound, 1910 (litho) by Rudd, Edwin Thomas (1861-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Screening and Picking, c. 1930

Screening and Picking, c. 1930
BAL20462 Screening and Picking, c.1930 by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection

Background imageCoal Collection: Pit Head, c. 1930

Pit Head, c. 1930
BAL20461 Pit Head, c.1930 by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection

Background imageCoal Collection: Coal miner working deep below ground by light of Davy Lamp, early 19th century

Coal miner working deep below ground by light of Davy Lamp, early 19th century (hand-coloured engraving)
3245426 Coal miner working deep below ground by light of Davy Lamp, early 19th century (hand-coloured engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Background imageCoal Collection: Humphry Davy with Davy safety lamp for miners, invented in 1815 (hand-coloured wood engraving)

Humphry Davy with Davy safety lamp for miners, invented in 1815 (hand-coloured wood engraving)
3245397 Humphry Davy with Davy safety lamp for miners, invented in 1815 (hand-coloured wood engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Engraving men working in mine digging for gold and carbon

Engraving men working in mine digging for gold and carbon
" 18th Century Style, Painted Image, Antique, Engraved Image, Woodcut, Illustration and Painting, Etching, Pencil Drawing, Image Created 18th Century, Historical Document, Gold Mine, Print

Background imageCoal Collection: Washing Floor (engraving)

Washing Floor (engraving)
7182665 Washing Floor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing Floor. Illustration for Island Scenery (James B Knapp, c 1895).); © Look and Learn

Background imageCoal Collection: Australia: Wallsend Coal-Mine, Collie, Western Australia (b / w photo)

Australia: Wallsend Coal-Mine, Collie, Western Australia (b / w photo)
7182099 Australia: Wallsend Coal-Mine, Collie, Western Australia (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wallsend Coal-Mine, Collie, Western Australia)

Background imageCoal Collection: The Explosion (engraving)

The Explosion (engraving)
7188218 The Explosion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Explosion. Illustration for Home Words (1885).); © Look and Learn

Background imageCoal Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Seau (a charbon); Coal-scuttle; Kohlenschutter (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Seau (a charbon); Coal-scuttle; Kohlenschutter (engraving)
7197523 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Seau (a charbon); Coal-scuttle; Kohlenschutter (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCoal Collection: Coal mining (coloured engraving)

Coal mining (coloured engraving)
7201041 Coal mining (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coal mining. Illustration from Bebe Devient Savant, by Madame Doudet (Theodore Lefevre)



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"Unearthing the Riches: A Journey Through Coal's Legacy" Step back in time and witness the indomitable spirit miners as they ascend from the depths of South Wales' shaft lifts. Their unwavering determination fueled an entire industry, shaping towns like Sheffield into bustling hubs of progress. In 1797, W. Fairbank meticulously mapped out Sheffield's intricate layout, showcasing how coal became intertwined with its very foundations. Engraved by Thomas Harris, this plan serves as a testament to the pivotal role that coal played in shaping Yorkshire's history. Venturing further underground, we find ourselves amidst the grit and sweat of miners working at the coalface in South Wales. These brave souls risked their lives daily to extract this black gold that powered nations and illuminated countless homes. Amidst World War I chaos, Wrights Coal Tar Soap emerged as a symbol of resilience and hygiene for soldiers on the frontlines. Its medicinal properties provided solace amidst adversity – a small reminder of home during tumultuous times. The bond between miner and canary was one forged by necessity; these feathered companions acted as silent sentinels against invisible dangers lurking within mineshafts. Their sacrifice saved countless lives, serving as a poignant reminder of both fragility and strength. As dawn breaks over mining communities across Britain, we witness miners coming to work with steely resolve etched upon their faces. Each day brought forth new challenges but also camaraderie born from shared experiences deep within Gelli coalmine in Rhondda Valley. Traveling back through time to England's industrial revolution in the 1850s reveals towering collieries dotting landscapes – symbols of progress amid soot-stained skies. These structures stood tall as testaments to human ingenuity harnessed for economic growth. Durham Miners Gala stands proud among traditions celebrating mining heritage; The Easington miners lodge banner unfurls, carrying the hopes and dreams of generations past.