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Stacking Turf in Donegal
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Stacking Turf in Donegal
Stacking Turf in Donegal - a view of three people, one with a turf creel on his back, stacking turf into a large pile in a Donegal bog. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s
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Creel Donegal Pile Stacking Turf
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This evocative photograph captures the backbreaking labor and communal spirit of turf cutting in County Donegal, Republic of Ireland, circa early 1900s. The image presents a view of three local people, dressed in traditional clothing, working together to stack turf into a large pile in a bog. The man in the foreground carries a turf creel on his back, a large woven basket used to transport the turf from the bog. The other two individuals stack the turf carefully, ensuring each piece fits snugly against the next to maximize its insulating properties. The turf, a vital fuel source for heating homes in rural areas, was cut from the bog and then left to dry for several months before being stacked and covered with earth to preserve its quality. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the resilience and determination of the people of Donegal as they worked to provide for their families and communities.
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