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Female telephone operators on strike in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1919
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Female telephone operators on strike in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1919
Female telephone operators on strike in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1919. One of many strikes that broke out in the United States in 1919. The authorities were seriously concerned at the prospect of communist uprisings inspired by the Russian Revolution of two years earlier
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Boston Employment Industrial Action Industrial Dispute Industrial Relations Labour Relations Massachusetts Phone Social Class Striker Telecommunication Telecommunications Telephone Telephone Operator Telephonist Working Class Girl Power Group Portrait Historica Graphica Collection Metaphor
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This print captures a powerful moment in history - the female telephone operators on strike in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, in 1919. This image is a testament to the strength and determination of women during a time when their voices were often silenced. During this period, numerous strikes erupted across the United States as workers fought for better working conditions and fair treatment. The authorities were particularly concerned about potential communist uprisings following the Russian Revolution two years prior. In this photograph, we see a group of women standing together with conviction. They wear coats and hats that reflect the fashion of the early 20th century. Their unity symbolizes girl power and highlights their shared struggle against unfair labor practices. The significance of this image extends beyond its historical context. It serves as a metaphor for social class dynamics and gender equality within employment at that time. These brave women challenged societal norms by demanding better job conditions. While we may not know their names or individual stories, these striking telephone operators represent countless working-class women who fought for justice during an era marked by industrial disputes. Their actions paved the way for improved labour relations in subsequent decades. This print from Heritage Images offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in American history – one where ordinary women stood up against injustice with extraordinary courage.
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