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Black Mill a028948
Filename: aa028948.jpg
Size: 3887 x 5605 (6.9MB)
Date: 16th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Francis Matthew Shea, Histori
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Francis Matthew Shea
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Black Mill a028948
BLACK MILL, BARHAM DOWNS, ADISHAM, CANTERBURY, KENT. A view of Black Mill, showing the smock mill in working condition, photographed in 1929. This smock mill was built in 1834 and when the photograph was taken it was a working mill. The building was destroyed by fire in 1970 although the base survived
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Media ID 21160559
© Francis Matthew Shea
Corn Mill Georgian Smock Mill Windmill
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the majestic Black Mill in all its glory, situated amidst the picturesque landscape of Barham Downs, Adisham, Canterbury, Kent. Taken in 1929 by Francis Matthew Shea, this remarkable image showcases the smock mill in full working condition. Built back in 1834 during the Georgian era, this windmill served as a corn mill and stood tall as a testament to England's rich industrial heritage. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era when these magnificent structures dotted the countryside. The intricate design of the smock mill is beautifully showcased against an idyllic backdrop of rolling hills and lush greenery. Its sails gracefully catch the wind, symbolizing both power and tranquility. Tragically, fate had other plans for Black Mill. In 1970, disaster struck when fire ravaged this historic landmark; however, remnants of its base miraculously survived. This image serves as a poignant reminder of what once was - an enduring symbol of human ingenuity and resilience. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of history frozen in time through Shea's lens, we are transported back to an age where windmills played an integral role in shaping local communities and sustaining livelihoods. It is through such photographs that we can appreciate our past while cherishing those architectural treasures that have managed to withstand the test of time despite adversities faced along their journey.
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