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Chimney Stack 35082_002
Redruth, Cornwall, 2021. Pedn-an-drea Chimney Stack, built for a pumping engine at a tin and copper mine
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Chimney Engine House Extraction Industrial Landscape Mining Urban
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This aerial photograph captures the majestic Chimney Stack of Pedn-an-drea, located in Redruth, Cornwall. Standing tall against the urban landscape, this iconic structure serves as a testament to the region's rich industrial heritage. Built specifically for a pumping engine at a tin and copper mine, it symbolizes the once-thriving mining industry that shaped this area. The imposing chimney dominates the frame with its red bricks reaching towards the sky. Its sheer size and intricate design showcase both engineering prowess and architectural beauty. The surrounding landscape provides a stark contrast between nature and human intervention, as lush greenery battles for space amidst remnants of an industrial past. As we gaze upon this print by Damian Grady from Historic England, we are transported back in time to an era when extraction and mining were integral parts of daily life. The image evokes feelings of awe and admiration for those who toiled tirelessly within these mines, their efforts fueling progress and shaping communities. Through this lens, we appreciate not only the physicality of this chimney stack but also its symbolic significance as a reminder of our collective history. It stands as a silent witness to human ingenuity while serving as an inspiration for future generations to preserve our cultural heritage.
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