Mining History Association So, why is mining history important? We asked our members how they answer when they get these questions or “The Look.” Their answers explain why they are involved in the Mining History Association. Mining history is important because it is a core part of the history of the world, of the United States, and of the American West. Mining has been a key component of modern living while also forging a history that includes virtually all aspects of life from work to standard of living to class, race, gender, and environmental dynamics. |