Mining Village Collection

The quarry village of El Abra, between 1880 and 1897. Creator: William H. Jackson
The quarry village of El Abra, between 1880 and 1897

Copper Mines, Walhalla, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Copper Mines, Walhalla, 1901. Walhalla was a small town in Victoria, Australia, founded as a gold-mining community in late 1862 and at its peak home to around 4, 000 residents

Main Street, Creede, Colorado, 1942. Creator: Andreas Feininger
Main Street, Creede, Colorado. Photo shows the main street at the mouth of Willow Creek Canyon

Old lead mines here have been reopened, Creede, Colo. 1942. Creator: Andreas Feininger
Old lead mines here have been reopened, Creede, Colo. Creede for many years was " a ghost town, " but has resumed the activities that made it an important lead producing center years ago

Front cover illustration of Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902
CHT286990 Front cover illustration of Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) engraved by Desire Dumont, 1886 edition (engraving) (b/w photo) by Ferat, Jules (b.1819) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale

Strike Days in a Mining Village (b / w photo)
6004335 Strike Days in a Mining Village (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strike Days in a Mining Village)

Houses for workers in Anzin, plate 9 from Les habitations ouvrieres en tous pays
CHT287011 Houses for workers in Anzin, plate 9 from Les habitations ouvrieres en tous pays, situation en 1878, Avenir by Emile Muller and Emile Cacheux, Paris

Charters Towers Goldfield, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Charters Towers Goldfield, 1901. Mine shafts built from 1883 to 1916 during a period of intense gold mining. From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]

Long Tunnel Gold Mine, Walhalla, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Long Tunnel Gold Mine, Walhalla, 1901. Long Tunnel Gold Mine was one of the richest and profitable mines of Walhalla. From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]

Dieu-Merci. Cantonnement Des Chercheurs D Or, (Dieu Merci, Gold Mine), 1900. Creator: Unknown
Dieu-Merci. Cantonnement Des Chercheurs D Or, (Dieu Merci, Gold Mine), 1900. French Guiana From " Autour du Monde - Fascicule XLVI". [L. Boulanger, Paris, 1900]

Mount Morgan Mines, Queensland, 1923. Creator: Unknown
Mount Morgan Mines, Queensland, 1923. From " Australia, New Zealand and Oceania in Pictures", by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. Blitt. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1923]

View from Bilton Banks, mid-19th century. Creator: Day & Haghe
View from Bilton Banks, mid-19th century. Bridge over the river in a mining village in Northumberland

The future Edward VIII walking in the snow in Winlaton, County Durham, 1929. The Prince of Wales visited the coalfields at Middleston Moor in Winlaton, Durham

The future Edward VIII walking in the snow in Winlaton, County Durham, 1929. The Prince of Wales visited the coalfields at Middleston Moor in Winlaton, Durham

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"Exploring the Rich History of a Mining Village: From Copper Mines to Goldfields" Step back in time and uncover the fascinating tales of a mining village through captivating photographs and illustrations. Delve into the depths of history as we journey through various eras, capturing the essence of these bustling communities. Transport yourself to Walhalla in 1901, where copper mines thrived, leaving behind an enigmatic legacy for future generations. The creator remains unknown, but their work immortalizes this once-thriving hub of industry. Fast forward to 1942 and find yourself on Main Street in Creede, Colorado. Andreas Feininger's lens captures a snapshot frozen in time - a moment when life revolved around mining activities. Witness the reopening of old lead mines as workers strive to extract precious resources from deep within the earth. Emile Zola's Germinal takes us on an emotional journey through strike days in a mining village. Through his powerful words and vivid descriptions, we gain insight into the struggles faced by those who relied on this industry for their livelihoods. Les habitations ouvrieres en tous pays showcases houses built specifically for workers in Anzin – a testament to efforts made towards improving living conditions amidst challenging circumstances. Charters Towers Goldfield beckons us with its allure in 1901; another unknown creator captures our attention with images that depict both hope and hardship intertwined within this gold-rich landscape. The Long Tunnel Gold Mine transports us back to Walhalla once again – its mysterious aura captured by an anonymous photographer whose lens reveals glimpses into underground tunnels that held untold treasures waiting to be discovered. Dieu-Merci or "God Be Thankful" offers solace amidst arduous labor at this gold mine depicted by yet another unknown creator. It serves as a reminder that even amidst challenges, gratitude can be found for what lies beneath our feet. Mount Morgan Mines take center stage in Queensland, 1923.