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Glyn Pits, Pontypool, South Wales
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Glyn Pits, Pontypool, South Wales
External view of the Glyn Pits in Pontypool, South Wales
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Chimney Chimneys Coal Colliery External Gear Glyn Jones Lifting Mine Miner Miners Mining Pits Pontypool Rails Track Tracks Truck Trucks Worker
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This evocative photograph captures the external view of Glyn Pits in Pontypool, South Wales, a once bustling coal mining site that played a significant role in the industrial history of the region. The image showcases the intricate network of railway tracks and trucks, which were instrumental in transporting coal from the depths of the mine to various destinations. The towering chimney, a symbol of the mining industry's power and might, stands tall against the sky, releasing plumes of smoke into the air. In the foreground, a gear class industrial locomotive, with its powerful engine and intricate machinery, is seen idling, ready for its next load. The image also reveals the presence of miners and workers, dressed in their traditional attire, who were an integral part of the mining process. Their presence adds a human element to the scene, reminding us of the hard labor and dedication that went into extracting the valuable resource that fueled the industrial revolution. The photograph, taken in the early 1910s, transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and the rich history of the mining industry in Wales. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who worked in the mines, and the critical role that coal played in powering the world during the Industrial Revolution. This photograph is a must-have for anyone with an interest in Welsh history, industrial archaeology, or social history.
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