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Mine no. 30, Kenvir, Kentucky, USA
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Mine no. 30, Kenvir, Kentucky, USA
Mine no. 30 of the Black Mountain Coal Corporation at Kenvir, Harlan County, Kentucky, USA. Date: 1927
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Coal Corporation Hills Kentucky Mine Mines Mining 1927 Harlan
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This evocative photograph captures the raw power and grit of coal mining in America during the 1920s. The image, taken in 1927, depicts Mine No. 30 of the Black Mountain Coal Corporation in Kenvir, Harlan County, Kentucky. The rugged terrain of the Appalachian Mountains is evident in the background, with the steep hills and narrow valley providing a challenging yet necessary environment for the extraction of coal. The photograph showcases the industrial might of the coal industry during this period, with several buildings and pieces of equipment scattered throughout the scene. The large, imposing structure at the center of the image is the mine's headframe, which supported the large conveyor belt system used to transport coal from the mine to the surface. The coal cars, stacked high with the black mineral, are ready to be transported to the processing plant or to waiting trains for distribution. Despite the impressive machinery, the human element is not forgotten in this photograph. The miners, who labored in the dark, cramped conditions of the mine, are absent from the scene, but their presence is felt in the worn boots and discarded tools that can be seen scattered around the site. The harsh realities of coal mining in the 1920s are evident in the rough, unforgiving terrain and the heavy equipment that dominated the landscape. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history and heritage of coal mining in America, and the sacrifices and hardships endured by those who worked in the industry during this period. The image captures a moment in time that is both historical and deeply personal, offering a glimpse into the lives of the miners and their families, and the communities that were built around the coal mines of Appalachia.
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