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Rioters charging horse-drawn car, later wrecking it on Kensington Ave., Philadelphia, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
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Rioters charging horse-drawn car, later wrecking it on Kensington Ave., Philadelphia, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Rioters charging horse-drawn car, later wrecking it on Kensington Ave., Philadelphia, 1910
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1910 Action Anger Angry Civil Unrest Class Employee Employment Fury General Strike George Grantham Bain Industrial Action Rage Reaction Reactionary Rights Riot Rioter Rioting Running Social Class Strike Tram Line Tramline Tramlines Unrest Uprising Workers Rights Working Class Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn Kensington Avenue Press Photography
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Unrest in Philadelphia - Rioters Charge Horse-Drawn Car on Kensington Avenue
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April 1910 - The streets of Philadelphia were ablaze with chaos and disorder as rioting workers clashed with authorities during the General Strike of that year. This striking photograph, captured by Bain News Service, reveals a pivotal moment in this tumultuous period.
In the midst of the fray, horse-drawn cars like this one became targets for protesters' wrath. As seen here, a group of angry laborers charge towards an unsuspecting vehicle on Kensington Avenue, determined to make their voices heard and bring attention to their demands. The driver's attempts to flee or defend his carriage are futile against the sheer force of the mob.
The General Strike of 1910 was sparked by disputes over wages, working conditions, and union recognition among Philadelphia's transportation workers. As tensions escalated, violence erupted on city streets like Kensington Avenue, leaving destruction in its wake. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by laborers during this period and the enduring power of collective action.
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