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Collection for South African rail strike
Two men brandish collection buckets for the South African rail strike to support Rail Against Apartheid. Signs show that the National Union of Railwaymen (NUR) are in support of the striking South African Railways and Harbour Workers Union (SARHWU). Date: c. 1989
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Anti Apartheid Buckets Charity Collect Collecting Equality Freedom Money Movement Railwaymen Railways Signs Solidarity Striking Support
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This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in South African history, showcasing two men brandishing collection buckets in support of the South African rail strike. The signs prominently display the solidarity between the National Union of Railwaymen (NUR) and the striking South African Railways and Harbour Workers Union (SARHWU), highlighting their joint efforts to fight against apartheid.
The image symbolizes not only a struggle for better working conditions within the railway industry but also a larger social and political movement towards equality and freedom. The act of collecting money for charity during this time was not just about raising funds, but about showing support for those fighting against injustice.
The date of c. 1989 places this photograph at a critical juncture in South Africa's history, as anti-apartheid movements were gaining momentum both locally and internationally. The presence of these collection buckets serves as a reminder of the power that individuals have when they come together to advocate for change.
Overall, this print is a testament to the resilience and determination of those involved in the fight against apartheid, as well as a visual representation of unity within the railway industry during this tumultuous period.
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