Threshing with a traction engine

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Threshing with a traction engine

Threshing with a traction engine Date: 19th century

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Haymaking Threshing Traction

EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the late 19th century and experience the charm of rural life during the Victorian and Edwardian eras as depicted in this photograph from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available exclusively on Mary Evans Prints Online. The image captures the essence of the threshing process, a crucial step in the haymaking season, as a traction engine faithfully pulls a threshing machine through a lush, golden field. The traction engine, a marvel of engineering innovation, replaces the traditional horses and carts, showcasing the early signs of mechanization that would revolutionize agriculture in the coming decades. The engine's powerful wheels churn up the earth, leaving a trail of dust in their wake, while the threshing machine, with its intricate mechanisms and large, turning drums, separates the ripe grain from the wheat stalks. The scene is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era. Farmers and laborers, dressed in their work clothes, gather around the machine, ensuring that the process runs smoothly. A lantern, a vital tool for lighting the way during the long hours of work, rests at the edge of the field, a reminder of the importance of preparation and planning. The golden wheat fields, stretching out to the horizon, are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the farmers and laborers who toiled to provide for their communities. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the simple pleasures and the resilience of those who lived and worked during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.

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