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Headcorn White Mill a028909

HEADCORN MILL, HEADCORN, Headcorn, Maidstone, Kent. A view of Headcorn Mill (White Mill), showing the smock mill intact, photographed in August 1932. Headcorn had two windmills, both smock mills, one called Black Mill and the other White Mill. This photograph shows White Mill which was erected in 1819. It was still intact in 1932 but was subsequently demolished in 1952

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Media ID 21160631

© Francis Matthew Shea

Corn Mill Georgian Smock Mill Windmill


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to August 1932, capturing the majestic Headcorn White Mill in all its glory. Located in Headcorn, Maidstone, Kent, this smock mill stands tall against the picturesque backdrop of the countryside. Headcorn was blessed with two windmills during that era - Black Mill and White Mill. However, it is White Mill that steals the show in this photograph. Erected in 1819 during the Georgian period, it remained intact until its unfortunate demolition in 1952. The image showcases every intricate detail of this historic structure. The smock mill's beautifully designed wooden exterior is a testament to craftsmanship from a bygone era. Its sails gracefully catch the wind as they turn effortlessly, symbolizing both industry and innovation. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an age when windmills played a vital role as corn mills for local communities. They were not only symbols of progress but also provided sustenance for countless families. Francis Matthew Shea skillfully captures the essence of Headcorn White Mill through his lens, preserving its grandeur forever within this timeless print. It serves as a poignant reminder of our rich heritage and encourages us to appreciate these architectural wonders that have shaped our past.

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