Miners Federation delegates, Western Front, WW1
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Miners Federation delegates, Western Front, WW1
Delegates of the Miners Federation just after a tour of the front line during World War One. From left to right: Mr H Roughley, Mr T Greenall, Mr H Twist and Mr J McGurk. Date: circa 1916
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Coats Cold Delegate Delegates Federation Miners Mining Overcoats Twist Greenall
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the Great War, as delegates of the Miners Federation huddle together just after completing a tour of the Western Front line in circa 1916. The harsh realities of the battlefield are evident on their faces, as they endure the cold and snowy conditions of winter. From left to right, the delegates are identified as Mr. H. Roughley, Mr. T. Greenall, Mr. H. Twist, and Mr. J. McGurk. They are dressed in heavy coats and overcoats, providing a stark contrast to the barren and desolate landscape behind them. The Miners Federation, a powerful trade union in the United Kingdom, played a significant role during World War One by providing manpower and resources to the war effort. These men, who were accustomed to working in the harsh conditions of the mines, were well-equipped to handle the challenges of the battlefield. Their presence on the front line served as a testament to their courage and dedication, both to their union and to their country. The tour of the front line would have given these delegates a firsthand look at the devastating impact of the war. They would have witnessed the destruction and loss, and likely returned to their communities with a renewed sense of purpose and determination to support the war effort in any way they could. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary men during the First World War, and the resilience and unity that carried them through even the most challenging of times.
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