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Clydach Merthyr Colliery, 1911
Filename: S3B 027 Clydach Colliery.jpg
Size: 3809 x 2376 (1.7MB)
Date: 20th September 2016
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: S3b 027
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Clydach Merthyr Colliery, 1911
This image shows coal loaded into wagons belonging to the Graigola Merthyr Company. Graigola was high quality coal used by both rail and steamship companies. The railway lines into the colliery were originally ran by the Taff vale Railway until they were taken over by the GWR in 1922
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Wagon Clydach Coal Colliery Swansea
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to a significant moment in history - Clydach Merthyr Colliery, 1911. The image captures a bustling scene as coal is being loaded into wagons owned by the Graigola Merthyr Company. Graigola coal was renowned for its exceptional quality and was highly sought after by both rail and steamship companies. This particular colliery played a vital role in supplying this high-quality fuel to various industries across Swansea and beyond. The railway lines leading into Clydach Merthyr Colliery were initially operated by the Taff Vale Railway until their acquisition by the Great Western Railway (GWR) in 1922. These rails served as lifelines, transporting tons of precious cargo day in and day out. As we delve into this photograph, we witness workers diligently loading each wagon with utmost precision. Their expertise ensures that every piece of coal finds its rightful place before embarking on its journey to power locomotives or heat countless homes. Although not explicitly mentioned, it's fascinating to ponder how these private owner wagons contributed significantly to Wales' industrial growth during this era. They symbolize innovation, progress, and collaboration between mining enterprises like Graigola Merthyr Company and transportation giants such as GWR. In this snapshot frozen in time, we glimpse an industry at its peak - one that fueled economic prosperity while shaping communities along the way. It serves as a poignant
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