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Slate Quarries - Penrhyn, Wales
Slate Quarries - Penrhyn, Bethesda, North Wales near Bangor. Date: circa 1910s
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Bangor Bethesda Cuttings Mine Mining Penrhyn Quarries Quarry Slate Terracing
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This evocative photograph captures the rugged beauty and industrious spirit of the Slate Quarries at Penrhyn, Bethesda in North Wales, near Bangor, during the 1910s. The image showcases the intricate terracing of the quarry, with the raw, textured slate formations extending as far as the eye can see. The quarry's cutting edges are etched with the tireless efforts of the miners, who labored to extract the valuable mineral from the earth. The scene is one of raw power and determination, as the quarry's steep inclines and deep cuttings attest to the physical demands of the mining industry. The Welsh landscape, with its lush greenery and rolling hills, provides a striking contrast to the harsh, industrial environment of the quarry. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when the Slate Quarries at Penrhyn were a vital part of the region's economy and identity. The image is a poignant reminder of the human endeavor and ingenuity required to extract natural resources from the earth, and the profound impact such industries have on the land and its people.
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