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Coal tubs colliding in a pit shaft leaving the men riding on them holding on for their lives
Coal tubs colliding in a pit shaft leaving the men riding on them holding on for their lives. From Underground Life: or, Mines and Miners by Louis Simonin (London, 1869). Wood engraving
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1869 Accident Coal Fuel Hydrocarbon Leaving Life Lives Louis Miners Mines Mining Riding Shaft Simonin Underground Wood Colliding Tubs
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This print from 1869, titled "Coal tubs colliding in a pit shaft leaving the men riding on them holding on for their lives" offers a glimpse into the perilous world of underground mining. The wood engraving, featured in Louis Simonin's book Underground Life: or, Mines and Miners, transports us back to an era when coal was the lifeblood of industrialization. In this heart-stopping scene, we witness a chaotic collision deep within the mine's dark recesses. The wooden coal tubs hurtle towards each other with alarming force, threatening to engulf everything in their path. Amidst this chaos are brave miners who find themselves unwittingly caught up in this dangerous whirlwind. Their lives hang by a thread as they desperately cling onto these careening tubs for dear life. Each man's face etched with fear and determination tells its own story of resilience and survival against all odds. It is through their unwavering grip that they defy fate itself. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the immense risks faced by those who toiled beneath the surface to extract this vital hydrocarbon fuel. It pays homage to their unwavering spirit amidst constant danger and uncertainty. As we gaze upon this historic engraving, let us not forget the sacrifices made by these courageous individuals who paved the way for progress while risking everything they held dear - their very lives - deep within those treacherous pits.
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