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Seaham Colliery, County Durham, England, showing the head gear above the shaft, and work in an active coal seam. The central vignettes show two models of miner's lamp, the Davy, left, which was the more popular, and the Clanny
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Seaham Colliery, County Durham, England, showing the head gear above the shaft, and work in an active coal seam. The central vignettes show two models of miner's lamp, the Davy, left, which was the more popular, and the Clanny
526813 Seaham Colliery, County Durham, England, showing the head gear above the shaft, and work in an active coal seam. The central vignettes show two models of miner's lamp, the Davy, left, which was the more popular, and the Clanny. Below, a boy is operating the ventillating furnace which created a draught in the workings, so preventing a build up of fire-damp (methane). On the right a pit pony pulling wagons has just passed through a trap door, another device to control ventillation. Engraving from The Graphic (London, 28 January 1871).; Universal History Archive/UIG
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1871 Active Build Central Coal Colliery Control County County Durham County Of Durham Created Davy Device Draught Durham Furnace Gear Graphic Hitch January Lamp Left Miner Mining Models Operating Passed Pony Popular Preventing Pulling Shaft Show Trap Ventillation Vignettes Wagon Wagons Workings
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This print of Seaham Colliery in County Durham, England offers a glimpse into the bustling activity of a coal seam in the 19th century. The head gear above the shaft stands tall and imposing, a symbol of the industry that fueled the region's economy. In the central vignettes, two models of miner's lamps are showcased - the Davy and Clanny - with the former being more popular among miners.
The scene below is equally fascinating, with a young boy diligently operating the ventilating furnace to create a draught in the workings and prevent a dangerous build-up of fire-damp (methane). On the right, a pit pony can be seen pulling wagons through a trap door, another ingenious device used to control ventilation underground.
This engraving from The Graphic newspaper dated January 28, 1871 captures not just daily life at Seaham Colliery but also highlights the innovative techniques employed by miners to ensure their safety while extracting coal from deep within the earth. It serves as a poignant reminder of an era when mining was at its peak in County Durham and sheds light on the challenges faced by those who worked tirelessly underground.
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