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THE coal mining industry dominated Wales for countless generations. It shaped and touched lives, moulded the landscape and made heroes of ordinary men and women.
A sad reminder of the realities of one of the most dangerous jobs on earth came on September 15 when the Welsh nation was left in mourning following a tragedy which re-opened those scars after four miners lost their lives at Gleision Colliery.
An occupation fraught with danger, mining continues to hold a special place in the hearts of the Welsh, even those for whom its golden age is a distant memory.
This 84-page glossy Heroes of Coal magazine includes articles analysing the history of mining in Wales, its origins, key moments, strikes, characters and disasters, paying tribute to men who died carrying out a job ingrained in the culture and history of Wales.
A selection of the best photos and memories posted by users of the www.heroesofcoal.com website also feature in the magazine. It includes stunning archive images from over a century of coal-mining in Wales, illustrating how the industry became a way of life for generations of ordinary men and women.

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