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Ship Building Strike
1st April 1957: A vessel under construction at the Burrow-in-Furness shipyard where work has stopped during a strike. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8875 - The Trouble Shooter Does It Again - pub. 1957 (Photo by Jack Esten/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Jack Esten
Media ID 11818190
1950 1959 Construction Industry Construction Machinery Construction Site Crane Construction Machinery Crisis England Black Labor Machinery Occupation Recruitment Remote Scaffolding Shipbuilder Shipyard Strike Industrial Action Working Shooter
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Ship Building Strike - A Frozen Moment in Industrial History
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. This print captures a significant moment in the shipbuilding industry's history. Taken on 1st April 1957 at the Burrow-in-Furness shipyard, it portrays a vessel under construction during a strike that brought work to an abrupt halt. The image, originally published in Picture Post magazine, showcases the mastery of photographer Jack Esten. In this landscape composition, scaffolding and cranes dominate the scene as they stand idle against the backdrop of machinery and water. The stillness of the ship under construction reflects both isolation and uncertainty caused by industrial action. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Europe's shipbuilding crisis during that era. With no people present, it emphasizes not only the absence of labor but also highlights how finance and transportation were impacted by this strike. The image offers viewers a glimpse into England's rich maritime heritage while shedding light on working conditions within the construction industry at that time. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for an era when ships were handcrafted with precision and dedication. Jack Esten's masterful capture freezes this pivotal moment forever, preserving it for future generations to reflect upon. As we observe this archival piece today, we are reminded of its historical significance – representing not just a mere vessel under construction but also symbolizing resilience amidst adversity in one particular chapter of British industrial history.
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