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Engraving depicting a view over Seaham Harbour, Durham, showing the end of the inclined plane railway which carried coals to the waiting boats
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Engraving depicting a view over Seaham Harbour, Durham, showing the end of the inclined plane railway which carried coals to the waiting boats
5308999 Engraving depicting a view over Seaham Harbour, Durham, showing the end of the inclined plane railway which carried coals to the waiting boats; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a view over Seaham Harbour, Durham, showing the end of the inclined plane railway which carried coals to the waiting boats. The weight of the full wagons was sufficient to draw the empty wagons back to the colliery. Dated 19th century
01/02/1835); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38175150
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Coal County Durham County Of Durham Durham Hitch Rail Railway Line Trains Wagon Wagons
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This engraving captures a historic view over Seaham Harbour in Durham, showcasing the end of an inclined plane railway used to transport coals to waiting boats. The intricate details in this print provide a glimpse into 19th-century transportation methods, with full wagons carrying coal down the slope while empty wagons are drawn back to the colliery by their weight alone.
The scene is bustling with activity as workers hitch and unhitch wagons, ensuring a smooth flow of coal from mine to ship. The industrial landscape of Durham comes alive in this image, highlighting the importance of railways in facilitating trade and commerce during this era.
As you study each element within the engraving - from the carefully engraved trains to the busy harbour below - you can almost hear the sounds of steam engines chugging along and seagulls calling overhead. This print serves as a window into a bygone time when railways were at the forefront of technological advancement and played a crucial role in shaping communities like Seaham Harbour.
With its rich historical significance and detailed craftsmanship, this engraving is not just a work of art but also a valuable piece of cultural heritage that transports viewers back in time to witness firsthand the hustle and bustle of coal transportation in 19th-century England.
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