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12. There are quite a few on this forum from central Appalachia and also a sub group.

Fri Oct 16, 2015, 08:53 AM

Oct 2015

I'm a coal miner's child with a sheriff in the family, and grew up near the KY and OH borders. Sturdy people there for sure.

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Exploitation of miners, communities and the environment by a corrupt modern appalachiablue Oct 2015 #1

A boss of mine, one of the finest human beings I've ever met was born and appalachiablue Oct 2015 #4

My mother was born in Harlan County michreject Oct 2015 #9

Which side are you on, boys... Cal Carpenter Oct 2015 #3

Yep that's a great movie Cal Carpenter Oct 2015 #10

I admire that lady that stood up to the sheriff. lpbk2713 Oct 2015 #6

Florence Reece struggle4progress Oct 2015 #8

A strong woman with a legendary song for workers. Thank you. appalachiablue Oct 2015 #11