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Sketches at a Dynamite Manufactory (engraving)
1622649 Sketches at a Dynamite Manufactory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at a Dynamite Manufactory. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 April 1884.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22531186
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Acid Ammunition Boxes Cartridges Danger Dynamite General View Huts Laboratory Manufactory Manufacturing Mixing Mortar Munitions Packing Preparing Professions Rubbing Shipping Shoes Testing Weighing Works Acids General Store Nitric Nitroglycerine Searcher
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This engraving, titled "Sketches at a Dynamite Manufactory" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a rare glimpse into the dangerous world of munitions production. The image showcases various aspects of this perilous trade, highlighting both the meticulous preparation and potential hazards involved. At first glance, we are drawn to the entrance of the dynamite manufactory, where a lone man stands guard, emphasizing the inherent danger within. Moving further inside, we witness workers diligently engaged in their tasks - from mixing volatile substances in the mixing house to packing dynamite cartridges in the general store. The scene is bustling with activity as men and women weigh and pack ammunition while others test its potency. The presence of nitroglycerine and nitric acid reminds us of the high stakes involved in handling such explosive materials. In one corner, girls can be seen working alongside men, challenging traditional gender roles by participating in professions typically dominated by males. The sketch also provides insight into other essential areas within this manufacturing facility: laboratories for nitrating processes; washing houses for removing hazardous residues; mortar rooms for testing explosives' effectiveness; and huts used for storage purposes. Overall, this engraving not only captures an important moment in industrial history but also serves as a reminder of humanity's ongoing pursuit to harness power while navigating risks associated with progress.
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