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This was the scene out side Newcastle-on-Tyne Police Court when 127 shipyard workers
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This was the scene out side Newcastle-on-Tyne Police Court when 127 shipyard workers
This was the scene out side Newcastle-on-Tyne Police Court when 127 shipyard workers appeared on a charge of taking part in a strike in connection with a trade dispute at Walker-On-Tyne shipyard. The crowd numbered about 500, who waited to hear the verdict of the court, but the case was adjourned for the solicitors to prepare their defence. December 1944 P012070
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21304991
© Mirrorpix
Queue Shipbuilding Strike Workers
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This powerful print captures the tense atmosphere outside Newcastle-on-Tyne Police Court in December 1944. The scene unfolds as a staggering 127 shipyard workers, embroiled in a trade dispute at Walker-On-Tyne shipyard, stand accused of participating in a strike. The crowd swells to approximately 500 individuals who anxiously await the court's verdict. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by workers on the home front during World War Two. In this snapshot from history, we witness the determination and unity of these shipbuilding laborers as they fight for their rights amidst an uncertain time. As anticipation hangs heavy in the air, it is revealed that justice will be delayed when the case is adjourned for solicitors to prepare their defense. This unexpected twist only adds fuel to an already charged atmosphere. Preserved through time by Mirrorpix and now available as a captivating print from Memory Lane Prints, this image transports us back to an era defined by struggle and resilience. It encapsulates not only the hardships faced by these workers but also highlights their unwavering commitment towards achieving fair treatment. With its historical significance firmly etched within its frames, this photograph stands testament to both individual stories and collective efforts that shaped our past.
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