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Battered striker with policemen, Philadelphia, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
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Battered striker with policemen, Philadelphia, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Battered striker with policemen, Philadelphia, 1910
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1910 Arrest Arresting Assault Bleeding Blood Class Employment General Strike George Grantham Bain Industrial Action Injured Injury Injustice Law Enforcement Outnumbered Police Police Uniform Policeman Policemen Reaction Reactionary Riot Rioter Rioting Social Class Strike Victim Violence Violent Working Class Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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A poignant moment in labor history: a battered striker lies on the ground as police officers surround him. This powerful photograph was taken by George Grantham Bain of the Bain News Service in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, during the General Strike of 1910.
The strike, which lasted from September to November 1910, saw thousands of workers across various industries come together to demand better wages and working conditions. The city's transportation system came to a standstill as streetcar operators and other employees walked off the job in solidarity with their fellow strikers.
In this image, we see one such striker lying injured on the ground, his face bloodied from an apparent assault by authorities or possibly just exhaustion. The police officers surrounding him are outnumbered but determined to maintain order.
The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by workers during this period and the often-violent tactics employed by law enforcement to quell labor disputes. It is also a testament to the resilience and determination of those who fought for their rights, even in the face of adversity.
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