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Second explosion at Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, December 1866. 350
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Second explosion at Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, December 1866. 350
Second explosion at Oaks Colliery, Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, December 1866. 350 people were killed including a number who perished in the second and third explosions while they were searching for survivors and bodies. From The Illustrated London News, London, 1865. Wood engraving
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1865 1866 Accident Bodies Colliery December Explosion Explosions Fuel Hydrocarbon Illustrated Including Killed Mining News Number Searching Survivors Wood Yorkshire Barnsley Oaks Perished
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This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of the second explosion at Oaks Colliery in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, in December 1866. The sheer scale of this mining accident is unimaginable as it claimed the lives of 350 individuals, including those who perished during subsequent explosions while bravely searching for survivors and bodies. The wood engraving from The Illustrated London News serves as a somber reminder of the dangers faced by miners in Britain during this era. It depicts a scene filled with sorrow and despair; a community shattered by tragedy. The intricate details etched into the wood convey both the chaos and destruction caused by these catastrophic events. Mining accidents were unfortunately all too common during this time due to inadequate safety measures and volatile hydrocarbon fuel used underground. This particular incident at Oaks Colliery stands out not only for its high death toll but also for the heroic efforts made by those who risked their own lives to save others. As we gaze upon this historic image, let us remember and honor those whose lives were lost or forever changed on that fateful day. May their sacrifice serve as a constant reminder of our responsibility to prioritize safety in hazardous industries like mining.
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