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Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales
A pre-1914 image of the Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales which opened in 1868. Date: circa 1900s
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Centrifugal Chimney Chimneys Coal Coal Mine Colliery Giant Glamorgan Loaded Mine Mining Pit Head Track Trucks Ventilation
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Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
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Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the grandeur and industrial might of Wyndham Colliery in Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales, circa 1900s. The image showcases the colossal pit head, dominated by the towering chimney, with a train track winding its way up to the entrance. The colliery, which opened in 1868, was a testament to the region's rich coal mining history in Glamorgan, South Wales. The scene is bustling with activity, as large coal trucks, loaded with the black gold, make their way towards the centrifugal fan, a crucial component of the mine's ventilation system. The fan, located at the base of the chimney, ensured the safe removal of harmful gases from the underground workings. The pit head, with its massive machinery and intricate network of tracks, conveyors, and pipes, symbolizes the intricate balance between the natural resources beneath the earth and the human ingenuity required to extract them. The coal mining industry was a significant contributor to Wales' economy during this period, and Wyndham Colliery was a vital part of that legacy. The photograph's smoky atmosphere adds to the sense of history and the raw power of the coal mining industry. The chimney, belching out thick plumes of smoke, stands as a reminder of the industrial past and the men and women who labored beneath its shadow to provide the fuel that powered the nation. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history of coal mining in South Wales and the indelible mark it left on the region's identity.
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