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Neath Abbey Works, 1839 to 1840, South Wales
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Neath Abbey Works, 1839 to 1840, South Wales
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
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Neath Abbey Works, South Wales, 1839-1840: A Glimpse into the Past This photograph, taken between 1839 and 1840, offers a rare and intriguing glimpse into the Neath Abbey Works in South Wales during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time, inviting us to explore the history and industrial prowess of this fascinating period. The photograph showcases a bustling scene of activity, with several locomotives and railway carriages filling the foreground. The Neath Abbey Works, a prominent ironworks and foundry, was a significant contributor to the industrial revolution in South Wales during the 19th century. This photograph captures the essence of the works during its prime, with steam engines belching smoke and workers in Victorian and Edwardian attire busily tending to the machinery. The lantern slide, an early form of photographic projection, adds to the vintage charm of the image. The intricate details of the locomotives, the texture of the workers' clothing, and the overall atmosphere of the scene are beautifully preserved, allowing us to appreciate the historical significance of the Neath Abbey Works and the role it played in shaping the industrial landscape of South Wales. As we admire this photograph, we are reminded of the ingenuity, determination, and innovation that characterized the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The Neath Abbey Works, with its steam-powered machinery and bustling activity, stands as a testament to the spirit of progress and the relentless pursuit of technological advancement that defined this period in history.
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