Firedamp and Davy Lamps

Project Overview

How did it feel to work in a coal mine? How has the coal mining industry changed over the years and does it have a future? Explore these questions and more in this special project about the coal industry and its impact on the UK.

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What’s included

Firedamp and Davy Lamps is a comprehensive history project that boasts an array of essentials including:

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Project scope

Firedamp and Davy Lamps provides a structured approach to history, outlining key subjects and topics including:

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Subjects

  • Art and design
  • English
  • Geography
  • History
  • PSHE
  • Science
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Topics

  • Coal mining
  • Impact of coal industry
  • Industrial history
  • Local significance