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Miners and owner, Hook Colliery, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
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Miners and owner, Hook Colliery, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
A group of men at Hook Colliery, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. They are the current shift of miners plus the owner, standing near a wooden headframe connected to a mineshaft
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Coal Colliery Conditions Haverfordwest Hook Labour Manual Mine Miners Mining Pembrokeshire Shaft Shift Timber Mine Shaft Owner
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of mining in South Wales. Taken at Hook Colliery, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, it showcases a group of hardworking miners alongside their esteemed owner. The men are depicted standing proudly near a towering wooden headframe that connects to the mineshaft, symbolizing their dedication to extracting coal from deep within the earth. The image transports us back to the late 19th century, during the Victorian era when manual labor was prevalent and social class divisions were starkly apparent. These Welsh miners represent an essential part of this historical period's working-class community, enduring challenging conditions underground while contributing immensely to fueling industrial progress. The timber structures surrounding them serve as a reminder of both their resourcefulness and reliance on natural materials for support in dangerous environments. This photograph encapsulates not only their physical work but also sheds light on the economic significance of coal mining in Pembrokeshire during this time. As we gaze upon these stoic figures frozen in time, we are reminded of the immense sacrifices made by generations past and gain insight into our collective heritage. It is through images like these that we can appreciate and honor those who shaped our world today through sheer determination and unwavering commitment to their craft.
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