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Staffordshire farmer with cup of tea
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Staffordshire farmer with cup of tea
A Staffordshire farmer prepares to feed his calves after breakfast, he is holding a mug of tea while looking out through the door of a farm building. Animal feed buckets are at his feet. First published The Times Date: 1990
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken in the 1990s, a Staffordshire farmer named Philip Dunn takes a moment's respite from his early morning chores. Dressed in a duffle coat, cloth cap, and wellingtons, he stands by the door of a farm building, holding a steaming mug of tea in one hand and animal feed buckets at his feet. The first light of dawn filters through the window, casting long shadows across the frost-covered ground. The scene captures the essence of rural life in the English countryside during the 90s. Farming is a labor-intensive and time-honored profession, and the farmer's day begins before sunrise. After a quick breakfast, he dons his working clothes and sets off to tend to his livestock. The calves, not yet old enough to graze in the fields, require regular feeding to ensure their growth and health. Despite the early hour and the cold winter air, the farmer seems content as he gazes out at the farmland. The simple pleasure of a hot cup of tea, shared with the tranquility of the countryside, offers a brief moment of reprieve from the demands of farm life. The photograph encapsulates the quiet determination and hardiness of the farmer, who rises each day to face the challenges and rewards of working the land. This poignant image, published in The Times in 1990, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a Staffordshire farmer during the 90s and serves as a reminder of the enduring connection between people and the land.
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