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General Strike Scene May 1926 as a lorry load of volunteers are driven to help the bosses
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General Strike Scene May 1926 as a lorry load of volunteers are driven to help the bosses
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mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*1914293
Media ID 21536080
© Mirrorpix
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In this print titled "General Strike Scene May 1926" we are transported back to a significant moment in history. The image captures the essence of a tumultuous era, as it showcases a lorry load of volunteers being driven towards an unexpected destination - to aid the bosses during the General Strike. The scene is set amidst the backdrop of industrial unrest that swept across Britain in the 1920s. A time when tensions ran high between workers and employers, leading to widespread strikes and social upheaval. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into one particular episode during this historic event. As we examine the image closely, we see faces filled with determination on board the lorry. These brave individuals have chosen an unconventional path, defying their fellow workers who had united against oppressive working conditions. Their decision to support management reflects complex dynamics at play during times of crisis. The vintage lorries themselves stand as symbols of transportation and progress from that bygone era. They serve as witnesses to this extraordinary moment in time when loyalties were tested and alliances shifted. Although taken by an unknown photographer, this powerful snapshot immortalizes a crucial chapter in labor history – reminding us of how societal divisions can shape destinies while offering insight into human resilience and choices made under pressure.
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