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Framed Print : Worklers pulling along a wagon carrying coal at Priory Colliery in Blantyre
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Worklers pulling along a wagon carrying coal at Priory Colliery in Blantyre
Worklers pulling along a wagon carrying coal at Priory Colliery in Blantyre, Scotland
April 1951
mirrorpix
Scotland
GL*959166
Media ID 21510408
© Mirrorpix
Coal Factories Mining Train Wagons
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This vintage photograph depicts the hardworking spirit of Scotland's coal mining past, with "Worklers" diligently pulling a heavy coal wagon at Priory Colliery in Blantyre during April 1951. Relive history and add a unique touch of nostalgia to your home or office space with this authentic and intriguing piece of memorabilia.
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 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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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In this photograph from April 1951, we are transported back in time to the bustling Priory Colliery in Blantyre, Scotland. The image captures a pivotal moment of industriousness as a group of determined workers pull along a wagon laden with coal. Their sheer strength and unwavering determination is palpable, showcasing the relentless spirit that fueled the mining industry during the 1950s. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of towering factories and sprawling train tracks, painting a vivid picture of an era defined by industrial prowess. Each worker's face reflects both exhaustion and resilience, embodying the hardships they endured daily to extract this vital resource from deep within the earth. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a poignant reminder of how integral coal was to powering nations during this period. It symbolizes not only physical labor but also represents an entire way of life for these hardworking individuals who dedicated their lives to fueling progress. This print encapsulates the essence of an era marked by its reliance on heavy industry and transportation networks. It invites us to reflect on our collective past while acknowledging the sacrifices made by those who came before us. Let it serve as a testament to human perseverance and remind us never to take for granted how far we have come since those days when wagons filled with coal were pulled through collieries like Priory with unwavering determination.
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