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Zonguldak, Turkey - Railway at Mine
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Zonguldak, Turkey - Railway at Mine
A small train in operation at the coal mines of Zonguldak (formerly Heraclea), a city and the capital of Zonguldak Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. An important coal mining centre. The discovery of coal in the region dated to the reign of Sultan Mahmud II and its extraction dated to Abdulmecids reign
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Coal Coal Mine Heraclea Miners Mining Region Societe Ottoman Zonguldak
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This evocative photograph captures the historical railway at the coal mines of Zonguldak, Turkey, a city and the capital of Zonguldak Province in the Black Sea region. The discovery of coal in this area dates back to the reign of Sultan Mahmud II in the late 18th century, and its extraction began during the reign of Abdulmecid I in the mid-19th century. By 1906, the coal mining industry in Zonguldak had grown significantly, leading to the construction of this railway to facilitate the transport of coal from the mines to the port for shipping. The image shows a small train in operation, making its way across a bridge over a deep ravine. The railway line winds through the rugged terrain, passing by pit mines and coal carriages. In the background, the vast expanse of the Black Sea can be seen, adding to the sense of industry and progress. The railway was an essential part of the Ottoman Empire's industrialization efforts, and the coal mined in Zonguldak fueled the empire's growing industries. The workers and miners, many of whom were immigrants from other parts of the Ottoman Empire and Europe, played a crucial role in the extraction of coal and the operation of the railway. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of coal mining in Zonguldak and the important role it played in the development of the region and the Ottoman Empire as a whole. The railway continues to operate today, carrying coal from the mines to the port and contributing to Turkey's economy.
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