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Bank Hall Colliery, Mining
Bank Hall Colliery, Burnley, Lancashire, England. The Pit Wheel, in silhouette
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Bank Burnley Colliery Lancashire Mining Wheel
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1. Title: "Bank Hall Colliery: A Silhouette of Industrial Heritage in Burnley, Lancashire, England" 2.. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the silhouette of Bank Hall Colliery in Burnley, Lancashire, England. The pit wheel, a symbol of the relentless labor and ingenuity that once powered the coal mining industry, stands tall against the backdrop of the setting sun. Bank Hall Colliery, established in the late 19th century, was a significant part of Burnley's industrial history. The colliery, which operated until the 1960s, employed hundreds of local people and contributed significantly to the town's economy. The pit wheel, a vital component of the winding system, was responsible for raising the mined coal to the surface. The photograph, taken in the early 20th century, offers a glimpse into the past, a time when coal mining was a major industry in Lancashire and the North of England. The image, with its stark contrast between light and dark, perfectly encapsulates the raw power and determination that defined the coal mining community. Today, Bank Hall Colliery, like many other collieries, stands as a testament to the rich industrial heritage of Burnley and Lancashire. The photograph serves as a reminder of the region's past, a time when the pit wheel was the heart of the community, driving the economy and shaping the lives of its people. The photograph, from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, is a poignant reminder of the industrial past and the enduring legacy of the coal mining industry in Burnley and Lancashire. It invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the beauty of industrial heritage, and acknowledge the sacrifices and resilience of those who worked in the collieries.
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