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Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
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Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884. Top: Mixing house, with women rubbing Dynamite. Bottom: Woman filling cartridges with Dynamite using a filling machine. From The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1884
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Ayrshire Bomb Bombing Chemical Dynamite Exploding Explosion Explosive Nitroglycerine Oxford Science Archive Packaging Packing Nitrate
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This print takes us back to the year 1884, where we witness a pivotal moment in history at the Nobel Explosives Company Limited in Ardeer, Ayrshire. The top section of the image reveals a mixing house, bustling with activity as women diligently rub dynamite. Their faces masked by determination and focus, they play an integral role in this explosive process. In the bottom part of the photograph, we are introduced to another remarkable scene - a woman skillfully filling cartridges with dynamite using a filling machine. Her expertise and precision highlight her crucial contribution to this dangerous task. The significance of this image lies not only in its portrayal of hardworking individuals but also in its representation of gender roles during that era. In an industry predominantly dominated by men, these female workers challenge societal norms and prove their competence within such hazardous conditions. As we delve into this snapshot from the past, it is impossible not to acknowledge the immense risks associated with handling explosives like nitroglycerine. This visual documentation serves as a reminder of both human ingenuity and bravery amidst perilous circumstances. Preserved through time by The Illustrated London News on April 16th, 1884, this monochrome portrait offers us insight into Scotland's industrial landscape during the nineteenth century. It stands as a testament to those who dedicated their lives to scientific advancements while shaping our understanding of chemical processes forevermore.
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