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Industrial polltion, Sheffield, Yorkshire, c1925
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Industrial polltion, Sheffield, Yorkshire, c1925
Industrial polltion, Sheffield, Yorkshire, c1925. Factory chimneys pouring out polluted smoke
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Media ID 14863911
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Chimney Environment Industrialisation Oxford Science Archive Pollution Sheffield Silhouette South Yorkshire
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This print captures the grim reality of industrial pollution in Sheffield, Yorkshire during the 1920s. The image showcases a cluster of factory chimneys billowing out thick clouds of polluted smoke, creating an eerie silhouette against the backdrop of a colorless sky. The scene is a stark reminder of the detrimental effects that rapid industrialization had on the environment and people's health. The photograph symbolizes an era when Britain was at its peak as an industrial powerhouse, with factories dominating the landscape and polluting the air. It serves as a visual testament to how human activities can leave lasting scars on nature. Sheffield, known for its steel production, was one of many cities in South Yorkshire heavily affected by this environmental crisis. The monochrome color palette emphasizes both the desolation and timelessness of this issue. While it remains unknown who captured this powerful image, it has been preserved by Oxford Science Archive and made available through Heritage Images. This photograph stands as a historical document that sheds light on our past mistakes while urging us to take action towards building a cleaner future.
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