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Gelli Colliery. Gelli is a village in the Rhondda Fawr valley
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Gelli Colliery. Gelli is a village in the Rhondda Fawr valley
Gelli Colliery. Gelli is a village in the Rhondda Fawr valley, in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taff, Wales. The view from Alexander Road, pictured in the background in a coal tip. Circa 1953
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Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Gelli
Wales
Media ID 21765844
© Mirrorpix
1953 Coal Rhondda Rhondda Fawr Valley Gelli Pithead
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This print takes us back to the 1950s, specifically 1953, and transports us to the picturesque village of Gelli in the Rhondda Fawr valley, Wales. The view captured from Alexander Road showcases a significant aspect of this community's history - a coal tip. In those times, coal mining was an essential industry that shaped the lives of countless individuals in Gelli and its surroundings. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication put forth by miners who toiled underground day after day. The black-and-white composition evokes a sense of nostalgia, allowing us to reflect on how much has changed since then. It offers a glimpse into an era when coal was not only vital for energy production but also played a crucial role in shaping local economies. Gelli Colliery holds immense historical significance within Rhondda Cynon Taff county borough. Although we cannot see it directly in this photo print, one can imagine the bustling pithead nearby where miners would gather before descending into darkness. As we admire this photograph today, let us appreciate the resilience and strength exhibited by those who worked tirelessly in these mines. Their contributions have left an indelible mark on Gelli's identity and continue to be remembered through images like this one preserved by Memory Lane Prints staff.
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