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BUSN2A-00180
Coal miners emerging from the shaft after their nine hours of toil are ended, early 1900s.
Hand-colored halftone of a photograph
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5884091
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1900s 20th Century Child Child Labor Coal Danger Energy Fossil Fuel Industry Labor Labour Male Mine Mineral Mining Pennsylvania Poor Poverty Power Under Ground West Virginia Work Worker Dirty Hazardous
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This hand-colored halftone print captures a poignant moment in American history during the early 1900s. Titled "BUSN2A-00180" it depicts coal miners emerging from the depths of a shaft after toiling for nine arduous hours underground. The image showcases the harsh realities faced by these hardworking men, who were engulfed in poverty and danger as they mined for this vital source of energy. Set against the backdrop of Pennsylvania or West Virginia, two prominent mining regions at that time, this photograph exudes an aura of historic significance. It serves as a stark reminder of the hazardous conditions endured by laborers within this industry, where mineral extraction was synonymous with peril and grueling work. Notably, amidst this somber scene is a child miner - emblematic of the era's distressing acceptance of child labor. This visual testament sheds light on an unfortunate aspect of American history that has since been rectified through progressive labor laws. The print itself emanates authenticity and nostalgia with its vintage aesthetic; every detail meticulously hand-colored to bring life to an otherwise monochromatic image. As we gaze upon these weary faces coated in coal dust, we are transported back to a time when industrialization relied heavily on fossil fuels like coal. This print from North Wind Picture Archives encapsulates both the resilience and hardship experienced by those who powered America's growth through their blood, sweat, and tears deep beneath our feet.
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