The London Gas Supply; Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground, 1891. Creator: Unknown

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The London Gas Supply; Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground, 1891. Creator: Unknown

'The London Gas Supply; Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground, with Gas Holders in the rear, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

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Coke Energy Fuel Gas Works Gasometer Gasworks London England United Kingdom Manufacturing Coal Gas Gas Holder Gas Supply Gasometers

EDITORS COMMENTS
is an intriguing and evocative image from the Victorian era, taken from the pages of "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper" in 1891. The photograph captures a glimpse into the industrial process of producing coal gas, a primary source of energy during the 19th century in Britain. The scene is set at a gasworks, with several men working in and around the coke ground. The coke ground is a large area where coal is heated in ovens to produce coke, which is then used as a fuel to produce gas. In the foreground, a man shovels coal into a large oven, while another man stokes the fire. Smoke billows from the oven, and the heat is intense enough to make the men's shirts damp with sweat. In the background, several gas holders or gasometers loom large, their tall, cylindrical silhouettes a common sight in industrial London. These structures were used to store the gas produced during the manufacturing process, ensuring a steady supply to consumers. The men in the photograph are dwarfed by the size of the gas holders, emphasizing the scale of the industrial process. The image offers a fascinating insight into the working conditions and the manufacturing process of coal gas production during the Victorian era. The men in the photograph work in a dangerous and physically demanding environment, with the heat and smoke from the coke ovens posing a constant threat. Despite the challenges, they continue to work, driven by the need to meet the growing demand for gas in London and other urban areas. Overall, "The London Gas Supply: Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground" is a captivating snapshot of a bygone era, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of the Victorian workforce.

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