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Grinding needle points, Redditch, England. Grindstone driven by water or steam. Well paid
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Grinding needle points, Redditch, England. Grindstone driven by water or steam. Well paid
Grinding needle points, Redditch, England. Grindstone driven by water or steam. Well paid, but lives of grinders short owing to inhalation of dust from grinding. Woodcut c1830
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C1830 Disease Driven Dust Energy Grinding Grindstone Industrial Lives Manufacture Medicine Metals Metalworking Needle Paid Points Power Revolution Short Steam Steel Woodcut Grinders Inhalation Occupational Owing Redditch
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This print takes us back to Redditch, England in the early 19th century, where the grinding of needle points was a crucial occupation. The image showcases a grindstone being driven by either water or steam power, symbolizing the transformative energy of the Industrial Revolution. The grinders depicted in this woodcut were well paid for their work; however, their lives were tragically cut short due to occupational hazards. Inhaling dust from grinding needles exposed them to dangerous particles that caused respiratory diseases and ultimately led to premature deaths. This haunting reality serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by workers during this era of rapid industrialization. The significance of this image extends beyond mere historical documentation. It sheds light on the intersection between medicine and industry, highlighting how advancements in manufacturing came at a great cost to human health. Moreover, it underscores the importance of workplace safety regulations that would later be implemented to protect workers from such hazardous conditions. As we gaze upon this powerful woodcut from 1830, let us remember those brave individuals who dedicated their lives to metalworking and needle manufacture. Their contributions played an integral role in shaping Britain's industrial prowess while also serving as a somber testament to the perils faced by laborers during this transformative period in history.
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