Ray Simon Art - A History of Mining, Quecreek Miners

Tribute Prints - A History of Mining
	A History of Mining (Quecreek Miners) The entire nation stopped and held its breath as word spread of the nine Pennsylvania coal miners who were trapped underground for 77 hours. This painting, "Mining: A History Of Teamwork," reflects back to the early days of mining and gradually blends into the modern equipment that is used today.
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The nine miners of Quecreek are featured in the painting and represent the rewards of courage and teamwork and the heroic efforts above ground in the life savings efforts to rescue all nine. The nine doves flying free into the sunset symbolize the rescue of all nine and the faith that future miners throughout the world will work with the confidence of a safe environment and the trust of each member on their team.

Mining - A History of Teamwork

"The ultimate measure of people is not where they stand in moments of comfort, but where they stand in times of great challenge."