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August 2, 2021
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The work in the tunnel
In order to be able to break down the gypsum, holes were first drilled in the tunnel and filled with explosives. After the blast, the chunks of plaster were loaded into carts by hand and pushed uphill out of the tunnel. This work was done by so-called tugs. They were later replaced by draft horses and finally by small diesel locomotives from the Junk company.
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