Haulage Collection
"Haulage: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time and explore the world through captivating artworks and photographs
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"Haulage: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time and explore the world through captivating artworks and photographs. The Clay Pit, Harold Harvey (1874-1941), transports us to a China Clay Pit in Leswidden, where workers toil under the watchful gaze of towering cliffs. Witness the sheer strength of heavy horses as they strain against gravity, pulling a Timber Wagon uphill. Traveling forward in time, R Colin Snow coal merchants wagon from Barnburgh Colliery, South Yorkshire (1961) showcases the evolution of transportation. In contrast, Manchester Goods on horse cart at LNWR Goods Depot takes us back to an era when horsepower was literal. Venturing across continents, Mount Rainier and Gateway to the City of Tacoma beckon us towards America's West Coast. Here we find a Logging truck amidst MacMillan Provincial Park's lush greenery on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Returning closer to home, Plymouth Bristol Haulage Carrier from Victorian times reminds us of our rich industrial heritage. An advertisement for London to West Country haulage during this period captures the essence of bustling trade routes. Delving deeper into history reveals coal miners utilizing self-acting incline haulage systems in early 1900s Britain. Ben Barnes steam wagon proudly stands tall in Rawtenstall during this transformative era. Finally, Tanner & Baylis' Cheltenham advert invites us into their world with promises of reliable and efficient hauling services. Through these glimpses into bygone eras and diverse locations worldwide, we witness how haulage has shaped societies and economies throughout history – connecting people and goods across vast distances while leaving behind traces that continue to fascinate today.