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Framed Print : C. I. O. Victory Party
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C. I. O. Victory Party
Peoria, Illinois: April 9, 1937 Wives of Caterpillar Tractor Company employees celebrate after the company and C.I.O. leaders resolved the ongoing strike
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Media ID 9737161
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1930s 1937 20 25 Years 25 30 Years B And W Caucasian Appearance Celebrating Celebrations Drinking Happy Hats Illinois Labor Unions Many Women Monochromatic Monochrome Soda Soft Drinks Strikes Wives Peoria
12"x10" Modern Frame
"C.I.O. Victory Party": A Captivating Moment in History Framed Relive a significant moment in American labor history with this striking photograph from the Underwood Archives at Universal Images Group (UIG). Our Media Storehouse Framed Prints bring you the "C.I.O. Victory Party," an iconic image capturing the jubilant scene in Peoria, Illinois, on April 9, 1937. Wives of Caterpillar Tractor Company employees celebrate their hard-won victory after the company and the Congress of Industrial Organizations (C.I.O.) reached a resolution to the ongoing strike. This evocative, high-quality framed print is the perfect addition to your home or office, preserving a piece of history that resonates with perseverance, unity, and triumph.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, taken on April 9,1937 in Peoria, Illinois, we witness a momentous occasion - the C. I. O. Victory Party. The wives of Caterpillar Tractor Company employees are seen rejoicing after the resolution of a long-standing strike between the company and C. I. O. leaders. Amidst the historic backdrop of labor strikes and unions that defined the era, these women radiate pure joy as they celebrate their hard-fought triumph. Their faces exude happiness and relief, captured beautifully by the monochromatic lens. The bar interior serves as an intimate setting for this jubilant gathering. Hats adorn many heads while soft drinks and soda flow freely to toast their victory. Each woman's caucasian appearance adds to the sense of unity among them - a united front against adversity. This vintage photograph offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in American history - one where ordinary people fought tirelessly for fair treatment in their workplaces. It reminds us of the power of collective action and resilience in achieving positive change. As we observe these wives reveling together, it becomes evident that their celebration extends beyond personal victories; it symbolizes hope for future generations striving for better working conditions across North America. Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group (UIG) has expertly preserved this snapshot from our past – a testament to human perseverance amidst challenging times.
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