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Manvers coal preparation plant, Wath upon Dearne, near Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1956
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Manvers coal preparation plant, Wath upon Dearne, near Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1956
Manvers coal preparation plant, Wath upon Dearne, near Rotherham, South Yorkshire, November 1956. Coke being pushed down the incline into the quenching pit
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1950s Coal Coal Industry Coal Processing Plant Coke County Fifties Fuel Manvers Michael Michael Walters National Coal Board Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Rotherham Slope South Yorkshire Steam Walters Wath Upon Dearne Yorkshire
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Manvers coal preparation plant, Wath upon Dearne, near Rotherham, South Yorkshire, November 1956. This print captures a pivotal moment in the heart of Britain's industrial history. Standing tall against the smoky backdrop of South Yorkshire's coal country, the Manvers coal preparation plant dominates the landscape with its imposing presence. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an integral part of the coal industry as coke is being pushed down a steep incline into the quenching pit below. The steam rising from the pit adds to the atmospheric allure of this monochrome scene. The Manvers facility was operated by the National Coal Board (NCB), serving as a vital cog in England's fuel production during that era. Its exterior showcases an architectural blend of functionality and industrial grandeur that defined many factories across Britain at that time. Photographed by Michael Walters and preserved by Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this image offers us a glimpse into a specific decade -the fifties- when industries like coal processing were at their peak. It serves as a poignant reminder of how these structures shaped not only our landscapes but also our nation's identity. This historic photograph stands as testament to both human ingenuity and resilience amidst challenging working conditions. It encapsulates an era long gone but forever etched in British history.
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