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Alum Mine at Hurlet near Glasgow 1843
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Alum Mine at Hurlet near Glasgow 1843
Interior of an underground alum mine at Hurlet near Glasgow. The miners, with candles attached to their helmets, dig into the rocks and cart away the mineral in wheelbarrows. A pit horse stands at the rear. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Alum Attached Away Candle Candles Glasgow Helmets Lighting Mine Miner Mineral Miners Mining Rocks Stands Underground Wheelbarrows
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Step into the depths of Scotland's historical Alum Mine at Hurlet near Glasgow, captured in this evocative image from 1843. The dimly lit interior reveals the harsh realities of 19th-century mining, as intrepid miners delve deep into the earth, their candles attached to their helmets providing the only source of light. The men, dressed in heavy clothing, focus intently on their task, their picks striking against the rocky walls with a rhythmic cadence. A pit horse, a vital component of the mining process, stands at the rear of the scene, its powerful frame a testament to the physical demands of the work. Miners load the valuable alum mineral into wheelbarrows, carefully maneuvering the heavy loads through the narrow, winding passages of the mine. The air is thick with the scent of damp earth and the sound of dripping water echoes off the walls. This image offers a glimpse into the lives of the miners and their daily labors during the early Victorian era. The harsh conditions, the reliance on animal power, and the dedication to extracting the valuable mineral from the earth were all essential elements of Scotland's rich industrial heritage. The scene is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the resilience required to excavate the natural resources that shaped the world around us.
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