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The Strike at Sydney; Wool being conveyed by the Owners with the help of Friends and Special Constables to the Wharves, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890
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Australia Dock Worker Dock Workers Docker Dockers Employment Horse And Cart Industrial Action Longshoreman Longshoremen Police Stevedore Stevedores Strike Striker Strikers Sydney New South Wales Australia The Graphic Violence Violent Wool Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn
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The Strike at Sydney - Wool being conveyed by the Owners with the help of Friends and Special Constables to the Wharves
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is an evocative photograph from the late 19th century, taken from the pages of "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," Volume 42, July to December, 1890. The image captures a pivotal moment in Sydney's history, as a wool strike unfolds on the streets of this bustling Australian city. In the foreground of the photograph, a horse-drawn cart laden with bales of wool is making its way through a crowded street. The owners of the wool, dressed in suits and top hats, are seen standing protectively by the cart, while a group of men, some wearing police uniforms and others in civilian clothes, help to guard the precious cargo. The atmosphere is tense, with a large crowd of onlookers gathered on the sidewalks and in the background, some cheering on the strikers, while others appear sympathetic to the wool owners. The industrial action, which took place in the late 1890s, was a significant event in the city's history, as it highlighted the growing tensions between dock workers, or longshoremen, and their employers. The strikers were demanding better wages and working conditions, and the situation had escalated into violent clashes between the two sides. The involvement of the police and special constables in this photograph underscores the volatile nature of the situation. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the social and industrial conditions of the time. It also serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious relationships that existed between different groups in Sydney during the Victorian era. Overall, "The Strike at Sydney: Wool being conveyed by the Owners with the help of Friends and Special Constables to the Wharves" is a striking and evocative photograph that continues to captivate viewers today.
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