UK Coal Mining Accidents and Deaths 1900-1991 (1500-1899 coming shortly)
This database was compiled from data supplied mainly by Ian Winstanley, with additions from Ray Lawrence, NMRS Records and others
DEDICATION
This work stands as a testament to the men, women and children who worked the mines of Great Britain and to their families.
The work created a bond of trust and loyalty amongst them and a band of comradeship that forged the communities in which they lived and worked. It is a record of the true price of coal.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
Ian Winstanley 2023
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Surname Forename Year Age Mine/Quarry Name Location Occupation Record ID
DEWHURST
Ben
1934
53
Scaitcliffe
Accrington
Coalgetter
18330
DEWHURST
Fred
1908
17
Nook
Tyldesley
Haulage hand
18331
DEWHURST
G. (injured)
1934
24
Reedley
Reedley
Drawer
18332
DEWHURST
George
1935
58
Calder
Altham
Miner
18333
DEWHURST
Percy
1907
19
Habergham
Habergham
Fire beater
18334
DEWHURST
Simon (injured)
1921
25
Newtown
Clifton
Collier
18335
DEWHURST
Simon (injured)
1946
49
Brackley
Walkden
Contractor
18336
