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Redstone Coke Ovens

Redstone Coke Ovens

(Redstone CO) The Coke Ovens at Redstone were used to convert coal mined from the area into coke by baking it in kilns with an oxygen deprived burn. Coking makes a more efficient fuel for use in factories and smelters. The ovens were next to a rail line making for easy transport to markets. These […]

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