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Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
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Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. A common sight during the 1960s and 1970s was to see rail trucks loaded with coal. The rail system was vital to the coal industry for the national distribution of its product. The colliery, the buildings of which can be seen in the background, opened in 1927 and eventually closed in 1994
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Coal Coal Industry Coal Mine Coal Mining Colliery Fuel Loaded Lynemouth Colliery Michael Michael Walters Northumberland Northumbria Northumbrian Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Railway Truck Walters Lynemouth
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Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. A testament to the thriving coal industry of the 1960s and 1970s, this print captures a common sight during that era - rail trucks laden with precious cargo making their way from Lynemouth Colliery. The rail system played a crucial role in the national distribution of coal, serving as a lifeline for the industry. In this monochrome image, we are transported back to an industrial landscape dominated by towering buildings belonging to the colliery. Established in 1927 and closing its doors in 1994, Lynemouth Colliery was once a bustling hub of activity and employment for countless workers. The photograph showcases not only the sheer scale of production but also highlights England's reliance on coal as a fuel source during this period. These railway trucks were instrumental in transporting this valuable resource across the country. Captured by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this evocative image offers us a glimpse into an important chapter of British history. It serves as a reminder of how industries like mining shaped our nation's past while also inviting reflection on our present-day energy sources and environmental concerns.
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