Mine, Types, Uses & History
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Mine, in military and naval operations, a usually stationary explosive device that is designed to destroy personnel, ships, or vehicles when the latter come in contact with it. Submarine mines have been in use since the mid-19th century; land mines did not become a significant factor in warfare
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Coal mining in the United Kingdom - Wikipedia
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Brief History of Mining & Advancement of Mining Technology
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Naval mine - Wikipedia
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Mine, Types, Uses & History
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Mine, Types, Uses & History
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Land mine - Wikipedia
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1924 PAPER AD 10 PG Mine Car Spec Uses History Coal Mining
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The Cuba review. Cuba -- Periodicals. Mayari Iron Mines. Notice special ore cars and inclined plane. The ore is noted for its nickel and chrome contents which make it specially suitable
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Ah Heng Placer Mine Virtual Site Tour
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Mining, Definition, History, Examples, Types, Effects, & Facts
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Mining, Definition, History, Examples, Types, Effects, & Facts
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CDC - Mining - History of the Mining Program - NIOSH
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Common Types of Mining Equipment Used in the Mining Industry
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