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
BACKHOUSE
Allan (injured)
1932
Sherdley
St Helens
2194
BACKHOUSE
Sydney (injured)
1919
26
Lingard Lane
Bredbury
Overman
2195
BACKHOUSE
T.
1941
59
Chopwell
Chopwell
Stoneman
2196
BACKHOUSE
Thomas Edward
1914
23
Belthorn
Yate & Pickup Bank
Collier
2197
BACKHOUSE
William
1911
13
Garforth, Trench Pit
Garforth
Screen Boy
2198
BACKHOUSE
William
1911
13
Garforth, Trench Pit
Garforth
2199
