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Coal mining by G. H. Davis
Coal mine working and outcrop production: how coal, so vital to every form of war industry, can be won from opencast veins at shallow depths. Date: 1944
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Media ID 14133439
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1944 Cast Coal Davis Depths Effort Energy Fuel Mine Mining Outcrop Shallow Vein Veins Vital Opencast
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Coal mining print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This historical masterpiece, titled "Coal mining by G. H. Davis," is brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, dated 1944, captures the essence of coal mining during wartime, with both open-cast veins and deep mine production showcased. Coal, an essential resource for every war industry, is vividly depicted in this thought-provoking piece. Add this authentic and intriguing artwork to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of history into your living space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph by G.H. Davis captures the raw power and determination of coal mining during World War II. The image, titled "Coal mine working and outcrop production," showcases the extraction of coal from both open cast mines and shallow seams. Coal was a vital fuel source for every form of war industry during this period, powering the factories that produced weapons, vehicles, and other essential military equipment. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of coal mining during this time. Miners are seen working tirelessly to extract coal from the earth, their faces covered in grime and sweat. In the background, the vast expanse of the open cast mine stretches out, its raw, scarred landscape a testament to the immense effort required to extract the valuable resource. Meanwhile, in the foreground, coal is being extracted from shallow depths using outcrop production methods. Here, miners work at the coal face, chiseling away at the seam to extract the coal. The image also reveals the intricate network of tunnels and shafts that crisscross the land, a complex web of human ingenuity and engineering that allowed Britain to meet its wartime energy demands. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the crucial role coal played in the British war effort during World War II. It also highlights the sacrifices and hard work of the miners who toiled in often dangerous conditions to ensure the country's military machine kept running. This historical image offers a unique insight into a bygone era and the vital role coal mining played in shaping the course of history.
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