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Sheffield Flood, remains of F. Shaw and Co. Wire Drawers, Damflask Wire Mill, River Loxley, , 1864
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Sheffield Flood, remains of F. Shaw and Co. Wire Drawers, Damflask Wire Mill, River Loxley, , 1864
From Photographs of the Sheffield Flood. Ref. 942.74 SQ
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Media ID 14034550
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1864 Flood Floods Loxley Mill Mills Power River Ruins Water Wire Shaw
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Sheffield City Archives takes us back in time to the devastating Sheffield Flood of 1864. The image showcases the haunting remains of F. Shaw and Co. Wire Drawers, a once thriving establishment located at Damflask Wire Mill along the River Loxley. The scene is one of utter destruction and desolation, as nature's wrath mercilessly swept through this industrial hub. The ruins stand as a poignant reminder of the power that water possesses when it overflows its banks during catastrophic floods. Intriguingly, this photograph not only captures the physical remnants of a bygone era but also serves as a testament to human resilience in face of adversity. It symbolizes how communities like Sheffield have risen from their ruins, rebuilding stronger than ever before. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back to that fateful year when lives were lost and livelihoods shattered by an unstoppable force of nature. This image allows us to reflect on our vulnerability as humans while marveling at our ability to rebuild and forge ahead even in times of great tragedy. Preserved within these frames lies not just a snapshot frozen in time but also an enduring story etched into history - one that reminds us never to underestimate the immense power held within rivers like Loxley or disregard their potential for both creation and destruction.
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