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STREET CAR STRIKE, 1886. Police opening the way for a horse drawn streetcar during the 1886 streetcar strike in New York. Line engraving after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper

STREET CAR STRIKE, 1886. Police opening the way for a horse drawn streetcar during the 1886 streetcar strike in New York. Line engraving after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper


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STREET CAR STRIKE, 1886. Police opening the way for a horse drawn streetcar during the 1886 streetcar strike in New York. Line engraving after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper

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1886 Labor Manhattan Police Striker Thulstrup Thure Tramcar Unrest


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STREET CAR STRIKE, 1886 - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of Labor Unrest in New York City

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. This print captures a pivotal moment during the infamous streetcar strike of 1886 in New York City. The line engraving, created by Thure de Thulstrup and featured in a contemporary American newspaper, transports us back to an era marked by intense social unrest. In this scene, we witness a dramatic clash between striking workers and law enforcement. As tensions escalated on the streets of Manhattan, police officers valiantly attempt to clear a path for a horse-drawn streetcar amidst an agitated mob. The image encapsulates the struggle between laborers demanding fair treatment and better working conditions, while authorities sought to maintain order. The composition skillfully conveys the chaos and energy that permeated North America's largest city at that time. Men from all walks of life are depicted - strikers fighting for their rights as well as policemen tasked with maintaining public safety. This historical snapshot serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by early American labor movements and their fight against exploitative practices. It is through such visual records that we can gain insight into our past struggles for justice and equality. As part of Granger Art on Demand's collection, this evocative print offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon our shared history while appreciating the artistic talent employed in capturing these significant moments forever etched in time.

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