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Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo)
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Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo)
8675996 Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex. Illustration from The Sussex County Magazine, January to December 1936 (T R Beckett, Ltd, Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne, Haywards Heath, Worthing and London, 1936).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38115202
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Career Employment Explosive Explosives Faces Getting Work Gunpowder Metro Metro Station Miner Miners Profession Rock Stone Subway Subway Station Subway Stations Sussex Tube Tunnel Tunnels Underground 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Industries Public Transport Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty
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This powerful print captures the gritty reality of miners working in the gypsum mine at Mountfield, Sussex. The image transports us back to a time when manual labor was a way of life for many hardworking individuals in early 20th century England.
The stark contrast between light and shadow highlights the dangerous conditions these miners faced on a daily basis. Covered in dust and sweat, their faces tell stories of resilience and determination as they toil away underground, extracting valuable minerals essential for construction and industrial purposes.
The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these workers to provide for themselves and their families. It serves as a tribute to their unwavering dedication to their profession, despite the risks involved in handling explosives deep within the earth.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the importance of honoring those who have contributed so much through their hard work and perseverance. The miners depicted here may be long gone, but their legacy lives on through images like this that capture moments frozen in time for future generations to reflect upon.
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