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The Felling of Dimmocks Chimney, Hanley
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The Felling of Dimmocks Chimney, Hanley
The Felling of Dimmocks Pottery Works Chimney, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire on June 15th, 1905. The demolition of the great chimney was almost an event for a local holiday and was watched by huge crowds of people. Afterwards postcards of the event were sold and here is an example! Date: 1905
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Chimney Collapse Crowds Demolition Destruction Felling Hanley Observing Pottery Spectacle Staffordshire Staffs Stoke Trent Watching 15th
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The Felling of Dimmocks Chimney, Hanley: A Spectacle of Industrial Demolition in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, 15th June 1905 This evocative photograph captures the moment of the Felling of Dimmocks Chimney in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, on 15th June 1905. The demolition of this colossal chimney from Dimmocks Pottery Works was an event of local significance, drawing huge crowds of people to witness the spectacle. The industrial might of the Potteries was on full display, as the chimney, a symbol of the region's industrial prowess, came crashing down. The anticipation and excitement leading up to the event were palpable. The chimney, a landmark of Hanley, had stood tall for decades, and its impending demise was a source of curiosity and fascination for the local community. The day of the felling was a holiday in all but name, with people travelling from near and far to be a part of the historic occasion. As the clock struck the hour, the crowd held their breath, their eyes fixed on the towering chimney. The air was filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement, as the crowd waited for the signal to bring down the chimney. With a deafening roar, the chimney began to fall, sending clouds of dust and debris into the air. The crowd erupted in cheers and applause, capturing the moment on their cameras and in their memories. Postcards of the event were soon sold in local shops, allowing those who couldn't be there to relive the moment. The Felling of Dimmocks Chimney was a testament to the power and significance of industry in the Potteries, and a reminder of the sense of community that bound the people of Stoke-on-Trent together.
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