Mounted Print : General Electric strike, Schenectady, New York, USA
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General Electric strike, Schenectady, New York, USA
General Electric strike on pay day, 8 October 1913, in Schenectady, New York State, USA.
1913
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Media ID 14164818
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Action Conditions Electric Employment Schenectady Strike Striking Worker Payday Rights
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Mounted Photos, featuring this captivating image of the General Electric Strike in Schenectady, New York, USA, 1913. Witness the historical moment as workers gather for pay day during the labor dispute at the General Electric plant. This beautifully preserved photograph from Mary Evans / Pharcide, Mary Evans Prints Online, adds depth and character to any space with its rich history and intriguing story. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with our high-quality mounted photos, expertly printed and ready to hang.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 12.7cm (8" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of determination and solidarity among the workers of the General Electric Company during the historic strike in Schenectady, New York, in October 1913. The image shows a long line of men and women, some carrying children, walking along a road leading away from the plant on payday. The workers had been on strike for several weeks, protesting against long hours, low wages, and poor working conditions. The scene is set against the backdrop of the industrial city of Schenectady, with its smokestacks and factories in the distance. The workers, dressed in their best clothes, demonstrate their unwavering commitment to their cause, despite the financial hardships of striking. Their resilience and resolve were a testament to the growing labor movement in America and the fight for workers' rights. The strike, which lasted for over two months, ultimately resulted in significant concessions from the company, including wage increases and shorter workdays. This victory marked a turning point in the labor movement and paved the way for future labor disputes and collective bargaining. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the working class in America's industrial past.
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