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The General Strike - Elephant & Castle
Burnt out bus incident at the Elephant & Castle, showing a portion of the bus on the left while mounted policemen control the crowds. In support of a strike by coal miners over the issue of threatened wage cuts, the Trades Union Congress called a General Strike in early May 1926. The strike only involved certain key industrial sectors (docks, electricity, gas, railways) but, in the face of well-organised government emergency measures and lack of real public support, it collapsed after nine days. Date: 1926
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Burnt Called Coal Congress Control Crowds Cuts Elephant Incident Issue Miners Mounted Police Men Portion Strike Support Threatened Trades Wage 1926
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic photographic prints, featuring "The General Strike - Elephant & Castle" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness a pivotal moment in history with this captivating image of the burnt-out bus incident during the 1926 General Strike. The scene at Elephant & Castle is depicted with a portion of the destroyed bus on the left, as mounted policemen work to maintain order amidst the chaotic crowds. This evocative print not only makes for an intriguing conversation starter but also adds a touch of history to any space. Bring the past to life with this authentic and captivating photograph from our extensive collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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This powerful image captures the intensity and chaos of the General Strike at Elephant & Castle in London during May 1926. The photograph shows a burnt-out bus on the left side of the frame, with a portion of its charred remains visible amidst the crowd. The incident occurred during a protest in support of coal miners who were striking over threatened wage cuts. The Trades Union Congress had called for a General Strike in solidarity, involving key industrial sectors such as docks, electricity, gas, and railways. Despite the determination of the strikers, the strike only lasted for nine days due to well-organized government emergency measures and a lack of significant public support. In the foreground of the image, mounted policemen attempt to control the crowds, their stern faces and raised truncheons a stark reminder of the force used to quell the unrest. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer and published in the Illustrated London News, is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in British labor history. The General Strike at Elephant & Castle stands as a testament to the passion and resolve of the working class, as well as the power of the state to suppress dissent. The image also serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious relationship between labor unions, the government, and the public during times of industrial action.
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