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Pithead at Hebburn Colliery, Newcastle area, showing engine house (left) providing
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Pithead at Hebburn Colliery, Newcastle area, showing engine house (left) providing
Pithead at Hebburn Colliery, Newcastle area, showing engine house (left) providing power for the winding gear (centre) which is raising baskets (corves) of coal from the bottom of the pit and filling the wooden railway wagons. On the wagon at left the brake is easily visible. From W. Fordyce A History of Coal, Coke, Coal Fields... London, 1860
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1860 Area Baskets Bottom Centre Coal Colliery Engine Fields Filling Fuel Gear House Hydrocarbon Left Mining Newcastle Power Providing Railway Raising Visible Wagon Wagons Winding Wooden Brake Coke Easily Fordyce Hebburn Pithead
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This vintage print captures the bustling activity at Hebburn Colliery, located in the Newcastle area of England. The focal point is the impressive engine house on the left, which provides essential power for the winding gear situated in the center. This powerful machinery is responsible for raising baskets filled with coal from deep within the pit and depositing them into wooden railway wagons. The significance of this image lies not only in its depiction of a crucial stage in coal mining but also in showcasing technological advancements of that era. The intricate system of gears and pulleys demonstrates how innovation was harnessed to streamline production processes and increase efficiency. A closer look reveals one wagon on the left side, where an easily visible brake mechanism ensures safe transportation along the tracks. These wooden wagons played a vital role in transporting this valuable fuel source to various destinations across Britain. Dating back to 1860, this historical photograph originates from W. Fordyce's comprehensive book titled "A History of Coal, Coke, Coal Fields. . " published in London. It serves as a visual testament to England's rich mining heritage and offers viewers a glimpse into an industry that fueled industrial progress during that time
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