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The Collieries Strikes and Riots (engraving)
1627405 The Collieries Strikes and Riots (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collieries Strikes and Riots. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 September 1893.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22262124
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Awaiting Civil Unrest Coal Mining Industrial Action Miner Miners Strikes Pontefract Prisoners Riots Yorkshire
12"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the tumultuous scene of "The Collieries Strikes and Riots" that took place in 1893. The engraving, created by Melton Prior and published in The Illustrated London News, depicts a strong convoy of prisoners from Acton Hall Colliery in Watnall. Messers Barker, the owners of the colliery, are shown amidst the chaos as riots and civil unrest unfold. In this gripping image, we witness the anticipation and tension among those awaiting their fate. The miners' athletic fame is evident as they stand united against oppressive working conditions in Yorkshire's coal mining industry. These colliers have taken industrial action to demand better treatment and fair wages. The presence of police quarters signifies the authorities' attempt to quell these protests forcefully. However, it is clear that their efforts have not deterred these brave individuals from fighting for their rights. As our gaze falls upon this historical moment captured by Bridgeman Images, we cannot help but feel a sense of admiration for these courageous miners who risked everything to bring attention to their plight. Their resilience serves as a reminder of the power ordinary people possess when they unite against injustice. This print serves as an important testament to a significant chapter in labor history – one marked by strife, determination, and unwavering solidarity among workers striving for better lives.
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