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Miners Strike, Wales
South Wales miners families pawning their possessions during lock-out, at Merthyr Tydfil. Date: 1875
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Media ID 14267850
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1875 Colliery Conditions Families Lock Merthyr Miner Miners Possessions Strike Strikes Striking Tydfil Pawning
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this poignant image of the South Wales Miners Strike from 1875. This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the resilience and determination of the miners and their families during a time of great hardship. The black and white image transports you back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and a poignant reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made in the name of labor rights. Add this historic print to your home or office to inspire and provoke thought, or make a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and social justice advocates.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 poignant photograph captures the harsh realities of the South Wales Miners Strike of 1875, an industrial action taken by coal miners in response to poor working conditions and wages. The image was taken at Merthyr Tydfil, a town in South Wales that was once the epicenter of the coal mining industry. The photograph shows a group of miners and their families, huddled together outside a pawn shop, as they sell their possessions to make ends meet during the lock-out. The miners, dressed in their work clothes, stand somberly by as their wives and children exchange their meager belongings for a small amount of money. The expression on their faces speaks volumes about their desperation and determination to survive. The coal mining industry in South Wales had long been notorious for its harsh working conditions and low wages. Miners worked long hours in dangerous conditions, often inhaling coal dust and risking injury or even death. The strike was a desperate bid to improve their working conditions and wages, but it came at a great cost. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the miners and their families during this period of industrial unrest. It also highlights the struggles and hardships faced by working-class families during the Industrial Revolution, a time when the gap between the rich and the poor was widening rapidly. Despite the challenges, the miners' spirit remained unbroken. The strike eventually led to some improvements in working conditions and wages, but it would be many years before the miners would see significant gains. This photograph serves as a testament to their resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
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