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
PURNELL
David (injured)
1928
66
Cwmtillery
Cwmtillery
Screen Foreman
63764
PURNELL
Frederick (injured)
1925
61
Fforchwen
Cwmaman
Sheaveman
63765
PURNELL
Herbert (injured)
1952
62
Morlais
Llangennech
Whitewasher
63766
PURNELL
Rees (injured)
1930
37
Hafodyrynys
Hafodyrynys
Collier
63767
