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Miners soon after leaving work at Montagu Colliery, Newcastle
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Miners soon after leaving work at Montagu Colliery, Newcastle
Miners soon after leaving work at Montagu Colliery, Newcastle, cast their votes at the Montague Miners Welfare Hall Polling Station, Newcastle. Watching Mr K McLoughlin cast his vote are Mr L Hawthrone(centre) and Mr J Davison. 26th May 1955
Kemsley
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21799038
© Mirrorpix
1955 Miner Miners Mining Newcastle Vote Voting Ballot Box
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Capturing a Moment of Democracy - Miners Exercise their Right to Vote in 1955
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print transports us back to the vibrant atmosphere outside Montague Miners Welfare Hall Polling Station on that historic day, May 26th, 1955. As the sun begins to set over Newcastle's Montagu Colliery, we witness a powerful scene of hardworking miners eagerly casting their votes after a long day's work underground. In this snapshot of democracy in action, Mr K McLoughlin takes his turn at the ballot box while being observed by two fellow miners, Mr L Hawthrone and Mr J Davison. Their faces reflect determination and pride as they participate in shaping their nation's future through the electoral process. The image not only highlights the significance of general elections but also sheds light on the crucial role played by industries like mining during this era. These men symbolize an entire community whose livelihoods were intertwined with coal production—a testament to their resilience and dedication. Beyond politics and industry, this photograph speaks volumes about camaraderie and unity among these workers. It captures a moment when colleagues came together not just for labor but also for civic duty—displaying solidarity that extended beyond mine shafts into polling stations. Preserved by Kemsley from Memory Lane Prints, this remarkable piece serves as a timeless reminder of our democratic heritage and pays tribute to those who labored tirelessly beneath Newcastle's surface while actively participating in shaping its future through voting.
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