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Dublin Riot
Rioting outside the Liberty Hall headquarters of the Transport Workers Union in Dublin, 31st August 1913. Trouble flared after a meeting by striking tramway workers when crowds gathered and a stone was thrown at a policeman. In the fighting, which ensued, two civilians were killed, 433 injured and 45 policemen were hurt. (Photo by Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Evening Standard
Media ID 11798940
© 2005 Getty Images
Action Civil Conflict Crop Crowd Government Industrial Ireland Irish Issues Labour Officer Police Politics Republic Riot Running Violence Diry Enforcement Format Orig
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Captured in this historic print is the Dublin Riot of 31st August 1913, a tumultuous event that unfolded outside the Liberty Hall headquarters of the Transport Workers Union. The trouble erupted following a meeting by striking tramway workers, as crowds gathered and tensions escalated with the hurling of a stone at a policeman. What ensued was an intense clash between civilians and law enforcement. The black and white format lends an air of gravity to this snapshot frozen in time. Amidst the chaos, one can discern faces etched with anger, fear, and determination. The landscape reveals a group caught up in heated conflict - citizens demanding their rights while police officers strive to maintain order. This image serves as a stark reminder of Ireland's turbulent political climate during that era. It encapsulates not only industrial action but also larger issues surrounding labor rights and societal unrest. In this single frame, we witness both the power struggle between government and its people as well as civil conflict within society itself. Tragically, two lives were lost on that fateful day, leaving behind grieving families forever impacted by these events. A staggering number of injuries further underscored the violence that unfolded before our eyes. As we contemplate this photograph from Evening Standard's collection, it prompts us to reflect on how far we have come since then – how much progress has been made in addressing social inequalities yet also reminds us how crucial it is to continue fighting for justice.
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