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A slice of mining history ended in the North when five hundred men filed out of
A slice of mining history ended in the North when five hundred men filed out of the Netherton colliery, Northumberlands oldest pit for the last time.
And for some miners leaving is a happy occasion.
Left to right; Brian Gibson, George Delf, vivian Joyce, William Robson, John Gibson and Les Gay
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A Slice of Mining History Comes to an End - The Last Farewell at Netherton Colliery
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. In this photo print, we witness a poignant moment as five hundred men bid farewell to Northumberland's oldest pit, the Netherton colliery. This image encapsulates the end of an era, symbolizing the closure of a chapter in mining history. As these miners file out with their helmets held high and expressions ranging from bittersweet nostalgia to genuine happiness, it becomes evident that leaving is not just an occasion filled with sadness. For some, it marks liberation from the hardships endured underground and signifies new beginnings. The composition captures six individuals who have become emblematic figures representing countless others who dedicated their lives to coal mining. From left to right, Brian Gibson, George Delf, Vivian Joyce, William Robson, John Gibson, and Les Gay stand united in this memorable snapshot. Their weathered faces tell stories of perseverance and camaraderie shared deep within the mineshaft walls. Each miner carries his own unique tale etched into lines on their foreheads and creases around their eyes – testaments to years spent extracting black gold from beneath Northumberland's soil. This photograph transports us back to the 1970s when coal was king but also serves as a reminder that progress inevitably brings change. It immortalizes these brave men whose labor fueled industrial growth while simultaneously honoring their contribution towards shaping our collective heritage. With its evocative portrayal of miners in action amidst a
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