Scottish Miners / 1875
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Scottish Miners / 1875
Scottish miners and their homes. Date: 1875
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1875 Cottage Homes Huddled Miners
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This evocative photograph, taken in Scotland in 1875, captures the daily life of coal miners and their families during the Victorian era. The image presents a poignant social scene, with miners huddled around a fire in the communal washhouse, their hardworking bodies weary from long hours spent toiling deep beneath the earth. The steam rising from the water troughs and the heavy, wet clothing of the men suggest the harsh and physically demanding nature of their work. In the background, a row of miners' cottages can be seen, their dark, cramped interiors contrasting starkly with the bright, sunlit exterior. The simple, one-room dwellings, with their small windows and thatched roofs, offer a glimpse into the cramped living conditions endured by the working class during this period. The fireplace, a vital source of heat and light, is the focal point of the interior, with a pot of stew simmering on the hearth. This photograph provides a poignant reminder of the challenging living and working conditions faced by Scottish miners and their families during the 19th century. The image offers a glimpse into the daily struggles and hardships of the working class, and serves as a powerful reminder of the rich and complex social history of Scotland during this period.
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