Mining trainees with a supervisor, Cannock area

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Date:1947 - 1950 (c.)

Description:The trainees are looking at a helmet, as it is thought that they've all just been issued with compulsory helmets. Some of the lads are even wearing their new helmets back to front. Prior to this time most miners wore flat caps, making the new headgear something of a novelty.

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Creators: Fox Studios - Creator

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Source: Museum of Cannock Chase

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