The Coal Miner’s Life: A Day in the Dark, a Life on the Edge
The Coal Miner’s Life: A Day in the Dark, a Life on the Edge - History Collection
1. Early Mornings and Grueling Schedules
As the alarm clock rings, miners gear up at dawn, golden sunlight spilling over the rugged mine landscape. | Photo by Unknown (Unknown) on Wikimedia Commons
Coal miners’ days often start well before the sun rises, with shifts that can last...