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Farm workers in Farningham, Kent, at work using a steam engine and belt - driven
Farm workers in Farningham, Kent, at work using a steam engine and belt - driven threshing machine. In the fore ground one of the workers cares to a pair of shire horses.
1936
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Media ID 10981285
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Countryside English Rural Life Farm Workers Farmer Furrows Horse Horse And Cart Mechanical Mechanised Scene View Foreman Haystack
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This print captures a snapshot of English rural life in the 1930s. In Farningham, Kent, farm workers can be seen diligently toiling away using a steam engine and belt-driven threshing machine. The scene is brought to life by the presence of a pair of majestic shire horses cared for by one of the workers in the foreground. The image transports us back to an era when mechanization was gradually making its way into agricultural practices. The hardworking farmers and their trusty steeds are depicted against a backdrop of furrows and haystacks, showcasing the timeless beauty of the countryside. Photographer John Topham skillfully captures this moment in history with his monochrome lens, emphasizing both the simplicity and complexity that coexisted during this period between two world wars. This photograph serves as a visual reminder of how technology began transforming traditional farming methods while still relying on age-old companionship between man and horse. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Europeana Photography collection, we are transported back to an era where labor-intensive tasks were being revolutionized by machinery. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our past, appreciating both progress and tradition within our ever-evolving world.
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