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Running the blockade

Illustration by S. Begg showing a wagon of supplies being conveyed over Tower Bridge under police escort during the London Dock Strike of 1911

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Begg Blockade Conveyed Dock Escort Running Strike Supplies Wagon


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Running the Blockade: Defying the London Dock Strike of 1911 as Depicted in S. Begg's Illustration August 7, 1911, was a pivotal moment in the London Dock Strike history. Amidst the ongoing labor dispute between the dockworkers and their employers, essential supplies were becoming scarce, and the city was on the brink of a humanitarian crisis. In response, the authorities took matters into their own hands and decided to transport the much-needed provisions across the Thames using Tower Bridge. This illustration by S. Begg, titled "Running the Blockade," vividly portrays the scene as a wagon filled with supplies is conveyed over Tower Bridge under the watchful eyes of a police escort. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, showcases the determination and resilience of the authorities to ensure the uninterrupted flow of essential supplies to the city, despite the ongoing dock strike. The London Dock Strike, which lasted from August 27 to October 12, 1911, was a significant event in the history of labor relations in the United Kingdom. The strike, which involved over 14,000 dockworkers, was a protest against the proposed reduction in wages and the extension of the working day from 8.5 hours to 10 hours. The event brought the city to a standstill, affecting the import and export industries and causing widespread hardship. This historical illustration serves as a testament to the tenacity and resourcefulness of those in power during times of crisis. It also highlights the importance of essential services and the lengths to which authorities will go to maintain them, even in the face of labor unrest. The image, with its intricate details and evocative use of light and shadow, invites us to reflect on the past and the lessons it holds for us today.

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