Traité des Arènes construites au Pays de Liége, pour l'écoulement et l'épuisement des eaux dans les ouvrages souterrains des exploitations de mines de houille

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In the early 19th century, the burgeoning coal industry in Liège faced critical challenges related to water management in its underground mines. "Traité des Arènes construites au Pays de Liége, pour l'écoulement et l'épuisement des eaux dans les ouvrages souterrains des exploitations de mines de houille" by L.-M.-G. de Crassier offers an in-depth analysis of innovative drainage systems known as "arènes." This treatise meticulously outlines the engineering principles and operational guidelines essential for effective water control, emphasizing the rights and responsibilities of miners. Ideal for historians and students of industrial engineering, this document serves as a vital resource for understanding the intersection of technology and labor in mining history. Explore the intricacies of underground water management that shaped the coal mining landscape.