Pembrokeshire the Forgotten Coalfield

Pembrokeshire coal mining began in the 13th century and lasted until 1951. This book gives a detailed overview of this long history. It includes transportation - by land and sea and social history of the work force, who often suffered poverty at the expense of the royalty owners.

 

Author: Martin Corrop-Price
Publisher: Landmark Publishing
Extra Details: Pictorial Card Covers 7 x 10 inches tall, 256 Pages Lavishly illustrated with B&W photos and maps throughout