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Riots in Jamaica, 1938
Riots in Jamaica in 1938 over a pay dispute. Photograph shows a suspected blackleg, accused of intended strike-breaking in the docks, being man-handled by other workers. Date: 1938
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Media ID 23265674
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1938 Action Disturbance Disturbances Dock Dockers Docks Indies Jamaica Jun19 Riot Riots Strike Strikers Troubles Blackleg
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Riots in Jamaica, 1938 poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, documents a pivotal moment in history as workers confront a suspected blackleg during the Jamaican labor strikes of 1938. The black-and-white photograph captures the raw emotion and intensity of the situation, offering a powerful glimpse into the past. Ideal for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone seeking to add depth and intrigue to their wall decor. Rights Managed by Mary Evans.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photograph captures the intensity of the industrial unrest that gripped Jamaica in 1938, specifically the riots that erupted over a pay dispute in the docks. The image shows a suspected blackleg, an individual accused of intended strike-breaking, being manhandled by other workers. The atmosphere is charged with tension and anger, as the strikers express their frustration and determination to uphold their demands for fair wages and better working conditions. The West Indies, including Jamaica, were under British colonial rule at the time, and the labor force was predominantly made up of black workers. The pay dispute had been ongoing for months, and the situation reached a boiling point in June 1938, when protests and riots broke out in the capital city of Kingston and spread to other parts of the island. The photograph offers a glimpse into the raw emotions and physical confrontations that characterized these disturbances. The mob's actions towards the blackleg are a testament to the solidarity and resolve of the strikers, who were willing to use force to prevent scab labor from undermining their cause. The image also underscores the broader political and social issues at play, including the struggle for labor rights and self-determination in the context of colonialism. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in Jamaican history, when workers took a stand against injustice and demanded change. It is a testament to the power of collective action and the enduring legacy of labor struggles in the Caribbean and beyond.
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