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Colliery Lasses (colour photo)
3103953 Colliery Lasses (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colliery Lasses. Postcard, early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
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Apron Aprons Bleak Coal Coal Industry Coals Colliery Fuel Headscarf Headscarves Mine Miner Miners Mines Newcastle Overall Apron Wokrker Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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Colliery Lasses - A Glimpse into the Lives of Hardworking Women
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. This color photograph, titled "Colliery Lasses" offers a poignant snapshot of women laborers in the early 20th century coal industry. The image showcases a group of resilient girls and women donning aprons and headscarves, ready to face the challenges that awaited them in their daily work. The bleak backdrop hints at the harsh conditions these colliery lasses endured as they toiled away in coal mines. Their determined expressions speak volumes about their strength and perseverance amidst an industry dominated by men. This postcard, captured by an English photographer from a private collection, serves as both a historical document and a testament to the resilience of these unsung heroines. It provides us with valuable insight into the lives of working-class women who played crucial roles in fueling industrial progress. In this evocative photograph, we witness not only their physical labor but also their camaraderie and unity. These colliery lasses were more than just workers; they formed tight-knit communities within coal towns like Newcastle. As we gaze upon this image, let us remember and honor these remarkable individuals who defied societal expectations and contributed significantly to shaping our world. Their unwavering dedication deserves recognition for breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of empowered women in various trades. Bridgeman Images brings us yet another powerful visual narrative through this print – one that reminds us
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