Clearing up Copper Sludge
Clearing up Copper Sludge... probably Swansea in Wales This image depicts men clearing copper sludge around 1910 in Swansea, Wales. Location: The scene is identified as being in Swansea, part of the City and County of Swansea, Wales. Activity: The men are engaged in the task of clearing copper sludge, a byproduct of copper smelting. Time Period: The photograph is dated to approximately 1910. Method: The workers are shown standing in large containers, possibly barrels, to protect themselves from the sludge, while using long-handled tools to perform the clearing.
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November 8, 2025
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