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Men with dram, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales


Men with dram, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales


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Men with dram, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales

Two men hauling a dram (truck) full of coal from a cage at the pithead of the Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, Rhymney Valley, South Wales

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This print captures the grit and determination of two men at Elliot Colliery in New Tredegar, South Wales. The year is 1910, during the Edwardian era, a time when coal mining was a vital industry in this region. In this historical snapshot, we see these hardworking miners hauling a dram (truck) filled to the brim with coal from a cage at the pithead. Their faces are etched with lines of exhaustion and resilience as they pull their heavy load along the tracks that crisscrossed the colliery. The backdrop of the Rhymney Valley adds an air of rugged beauty to this scene. It serves as a reminder that behind every ton of coal extracted from these mines lies countless hours of backbreaking labor endured by these brave men. This print offers us a glimpse into the harsh conditions faced by colliers in early 20th-century Wales. It symbolizes their unwavering dedication to their work and highlights their crucial role in powering industrial progress. As we admire this piece, let us remember not only the physical strength required for such demanding tasks but also acknowledge the sacrifices made by generations of miners who contributed to shaping our modern world.

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