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KAILAN COAL MINES 1930S
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KAILAN COAL MINES 1930S
Chinese miners pushing trolleys of coal on rails at the (British) Kailan coal mines, China. Date: 1930s
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Coal Collieries Coolies Miners Mines Pushing Rails Regional Trolleys Trucks
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Kailan Coal Mines in China during the 1930s. The image shows a group of Chinese miners diligently pushing coal-laden trolleys along the rail tracks. Dressed in simple hats and work clothes, they appear focused on their task, their faces set with determination and grit. The coal industry was a significant part of the regional economy in China during the early 20th century, with numerous collieries operated by both Chinese and British companies. The British-owned Kailan Coal Mines, located in the northeastern part of the country, were among the most productive. The miners in this photograph are seen pushing their trolleys along the rails, a common method of transporting coal from the mine face to the surface. The coal was then loaded onto trucks for transport to markets and power stations. The use of trolleys on rails was a more efficient method than manually carrying the coal, but it still required significant physical labor. The scene portrayed in this photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of coal miners during this era. It is a reminder of the hard work and dedication required to extract the valuable resource that fueled industries and powered the economic growth of China and other parts of the world during the 1920s and 1930s.
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