Trapper seated 1867

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Trapper seated 1867

TRAPPER AND PUTTERS A small boy opens and closes the trapdoor while another child pushes a laden wagon along a narrow gallery. Date: 1867

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1867 Closes Coal Conditions Gallery Holds Kids Labour Laden Mine Mines Mining Narrow Opens Pushes Trapper Trolley Wagon Trapdoor

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of labor and camaraderie between two young boys in the harsh realities of a 19th-century coal mine. Dressed in ragged clothing and barefoot, they work in unison to operate the mine's trapdoor and push a laden wagon along a narrow gallery. The older boy, seated, opens and closes the trapdoor, while the younger one pushes the wagon, its wheels loaded with coal trolleys. Their faces, etched with grime and determination, reflect the harsh conditions they endure. The mine's dimly lit, cramped gallery, with its rough-hewn walls and wooden supports, underscores the dangerous and arduous nature of their work. The boys' small size and youthful energy contrast sharply with the heavy burden they bear, highlighting the exploitation of child labor during this era. Despite the challenging circumstances, the boys' focused expression and their coordinated efforts suggest a sense of teamwork and mutual support. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the lives of the children who labored in the mines during the 19th century, revealing the resilience and determination that characterized their daily struggles. The photograph, titled "Trapper and Putters," was taken in 1867, a time when child labor was common in the coal mining industry. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these young workers and the harsh realities they faced in their pursuit of survival.

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