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National coal strike - demands of miners 1912
National coal strike, to secure a minimum wage that lasted from February to early April 1912. This table shows how the wages differ per day in Great Britain and Ireland during 1910, of boys, youths, men and women.
1912
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Coal Demand Miner Miners Minimum Money Strike Striking Wage Wages
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Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring an iconic historical image from the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans archive. This powerful photograph captures the National Coal Strike of 1912, a pivotal moment in labor history when miners across Great Britain and Ireland demanded a living wage. With a captivating depiction of the strikers' demands, this mug is not just a drinkware, but a conversation starter and a reminder of the past. Hold your favorite beverage in this high-quality mug and let the story of the 1912 coal strike inspire you every day.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.5cm high x 8cm diameter (3.7" x 3.1")
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This poignant photograph captures the determination and resilience of coal miners during the National Coal Strike of 1912, which lasted from February to early April of that year. The miners, represented by the Miners' Federation of Great Britain, had united in their demand for a minimum wage, aiming to secure a fair living standard for themselves and their families. The table in the background of the image provides a stark contrast to the miners' demands, illustrating the significant wage disparity between different categories of workers in the coal industry during 1910. The wages listed are for boys, youths, men, and women, with men earning the highest daily wages, ranging from 5 shillings and 6 pence to 7 shillings and 6 pence. Women and youths, on the other hand, were paid significantly less, with women earning as little as 2 shillings and 6 pence per day and youths earning between 3 shillings and 6 pence and 4 shillings and 6 pence. Boys, the youngest workers, were paid even less, with some earning only 2 shillings per week. The miners' demands for a minimum wage were a response to these unequal wages and the harsh working conditions they faced in the coal industry. The strike, which was the first nationwide industrial action in British history, brought the country to a standstill, with coal supplies running low and factories and power stations struggling to operate. The strike eventually succeeded in securing a minimum wage for miners, marking a significant victory for the labor movement in Britain.
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