History of France. Decazeville strike
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History of France. Decazeville strike
History of France. Decazeville strike. Military patrols crossing the Duke of Decazes square occupied by the strikers in the coal mines and steel mills. Engraving in 1886 by Comba. Colored engraving
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1886 Chimney Claim Coal Comba Demand Guard Horseback Labor Laborer Mine Miner Mining Movement Patrol Protest Steal Strike Striker Wage Worker Workerism
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This colored engraving, created by Comba in 1886, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the History of France - the Decazeville strike. The image portrays a tense scene in the heart of Decazeville, a town renowned for its coal mines and steel mills. The Duke of Decazes square, once a symbol of prosperity and industry, now stands occupied by the strikers. The labor movement, fueled by the demand for better wages and working conditions, had reached a boiling point. The crowd, a sea of workers and laborers, had taken control of the town's central square, surrounding a monument that once celebrated the region's industrial prowess. In response, military patrols were dispatched to maintain order. Riding horseback, soldiers in uniform cross the square, their determined gaze fixed on the crowd. The air is thick with the acrid smell of smoke from the nearby factories and chimneys, adding to the sense of unease and unrest. Amidst the chaos, a lone horse-drawn carriage passes through the scene, a stark reminder of the privileged class that stood to gain from the labor of the working masses. The engraving captures the essence of the era, encapsulating the tensions and struggles that defined the contemporary age. The Decazeville strike is a significant moment in the history of workerism and labor movements in France, a testament to the power of collective action and the enduring fight for fair wages and better working conditions.
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