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Foundry workers, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
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Foundry workers, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The moulders at Robert Warners Foundry, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, in a group photo outside the moulding shop. The large gear wheels were used in the manufacture of water pumps for which the foundry was renowned.
1891
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1891 Conditions Employment Essex Foundry Gear Iron Labour Manual Manufacture Moulder Moulding Naze Pump Pumps Walton Warner Wheel Wheels Worker Youth
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Robert Warner's Foundry in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, during the 1890s. A group of young and youthful moulders pose proudly outside the moulding shop, surrounded by the large gear wheels that were an integral part of their daily work. The foundry was renowned for its production of water pumps, and these men were the skilled artisans responsible for creating the intricate moulds that brought these essential machines to life. The scene exudes a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose, as the moulders gather together for a group photograph. Their faces are etched with the marks of hard labour, yet their expressions are bright and full of life. The large, old gear wheels loom behind them, a testament to the industrial might of the foundry. The photograph offers a glimpse into the working conditions of the Victorian age, a time when manual labour was the backbone of the industrial revolution. The men of Robert Warner's Foundry worked long hours in often challenging conditions, yet they took pride in their work and the role they played in providing essential water pumps to industries and homes across the country. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human element of industry during the 1890s, and the vital role that workers like these moulders played in shaping the world around them. The large, aged gear wheels, now relics of a bygone era, stand as a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of those who came before us.
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