Photographic Print : Railway strike 1911: Manchetser terminus, walking passagers
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Railway strike 1911: Manchetser terminus, walking passagers
Passagers walking along the metals into London Road, their trains having been deserted.
August 1911
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Media ID 14249858
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Deserted Lines Passagers Strike Strikes Track
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Railway Strike 1911: Manchester Terminus, Walking Passengers" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image, captured by Illustrated London News Ltd, transports us back in time to an era of industrial unrest. The photograph depicts determined passengers making their way along the metals into London Road, their trains having been deserted during the August 1911 railway strike. This evocative print is not just a historical document, but a poignant reminder of the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In August 1911, the railway network of Britain came to a grinding halt as thousands of railway workers went on strike. This historic photograph captured at Manchester Terminus shows the stark reality of the situation, with passengers making their way along the railway tracks towards London Road. The trains, once the lifeblood of transportation in the country, had been deserted, leaving travelers stranded and forced to find alternative means of reaching their destinations. The image is a poignant reminder of a significant moment in British history, when the usually bustling railway stations were eerily quiet, and the once-familiar sounds of steam engines and clanging trains were replaced by the hushed whispers of anxious passengers. The scene depicted in the photograph is a testament to the far-reaching impact of the strike, which disrupted the daily lives of millions of people across the country. The railway workers, who were primarily members of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants, were protesting against wage cuts and the introduction of labor-saving machinery. The strike lasted for over a week, causing widespread chaos and hardship, and ultimately leading to the intervention of the government and the passing of the Dock Workers' and Railways Clauses Act 1911, which granted workers the right to strike and established arbitration procedures for disputes. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of British transportation and labor relations. It serves as a powerful reminder of the collective power of workers to demand better wages and working conditions, and the far-reaching consequences of industrial action.
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