London match workers protesting against tax
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London match workers protesting against tax
When London match workers protest against a proposed tax on matches, police break up the demonstration with unnecessary violence
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1871 Banners Break Brutality Demonstration Demonstrations Match Matches Opinion Police Men Proposed Protest Taxation Unnecessary Violence Violent Worker
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a moment in history when London match workers took to the streets to protest against a proposed tax on matches. The year was 1871, and tensions were running high as the working class fought back against what they saw as an unjust burden on their already meager wages.
In the image, we see a large crowd of workers holding banners and shouting slogans in defiance of the taxation measure. But their peaceful demonstration is quickly met with brutality as police officers move in to break up the protest with unnecessary violence. The scene is chaotic and unsettling, with innocent people being pushed and shoved by those meant to protect them.
The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by working-class individuals during this period of industrialization. It highlights the struggle for fair treatment and just taxation policies, while also shedding light on the oppressive tactics used by authorities to maintain control over dissenting voices.
As we reflect on this historical moment captured through Rights Managed photography, it prompts us to consider how far we have come in terms of worker rights and social justice – but also how much further we still have to go in ensuring equality for all members of society.
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