Woolsorters sorted the wool from various areas

Woolsorters. These workers, who were employed by a woolstapler, sorted the wool from various areas of the fleeces into separate batches. Like tanners, they were at risk of contracting Anthrax from the fleeces. From Great Industries of Great Britain (London, circa 1880). Engraving

Anthrax Batches Contracting Employed Fleeces Industries Separate Sorted Tanners

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