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Thatching a rick at Cowdray, September 1939
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Thatching a rick at Cowdray, September 1939
Thatching a rick at Cowdray, September 1939
George Garland Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N18618
West Sussex County Council Record Office contains a fascinating history of the county of West Sussex, England
Media ID 10631540
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Cart Country Countryside Farm Field Ladder Rural Straw Summer Hayrick Thatcher
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This print takes us back to the serene countryside of Cowdray in September 1939. The image showcases a skilled thatcher diligently working on thatching a rick, surrounded by an idyllic rural landscape. With straw and hay scattered around him, he expertly balances himself on a ladder as he carefully weaves the golden strands together. The scene exudes tranquility, with the warm rays of sunshine casting long shadows across the field. In the distance, a cart awaits its turn to transport the freshly harvested hay, ready for storage or feeding livestock during winter months. This snapshot from the George Garland Collection at West Sussex Record Office provides us with a glimpse into an era when farming practices were still deeply rooted in tradition and manual labor was essential for survival. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when hard work and craftsmanship were valued above all else. As we admire this timeless photograph, it is impossible not to appreciate both the beauty of nature's bounty and human ingenuity coming together harmoniously in this picturesque setting. This image transports us back to an era where life moved at a slower pace, allowing people to connect intimately with their surroundings while tending to their land
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