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The General strike of 1926 which lasted for nine days began on 4th May
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The General strike of 1926 which lasted for nine days began on 4th May
The General strike of 1926 which lasted for nine days began on 4th May and was caused by the breakdown in negotiations in the coal industry dispute. It was called by the general council of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in an unsuccessful attempt to force the British government to act to prevent wage reduction and worsening conditions for 1.2 million locked-out coal miners.
Picture shows: Members of the public reading the State of Emergency proclamation outside Liverpool Town Hall.
May 1926
Marsh
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21804006
© Mirrorpix
Industrial Dispute Strikes Workers
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the historic General Strike of 1926. The nine-day strike, which commenced on May 4th, was a response to the breakdown in negotiations within the coal industry dispute. Triggered by the dire conditions faced by 1.2 million locked-out coal miners, it aimed to compel the British government into preventing wage reductions and improving their working conditions. In this poignant image captured in May 1926, we witness a powerful moment outside Liverpool Town Hall. Members of the public are seen engrossed in reading the State of Emergency proclamation. Their faces reflect determination and concern as they absorb news that would impact not only their lives but also shape history. The photograph encapsulates both unity and defiance as workers stand together against injustice during this tumultuous period in industrial relations. The crowd gathered here represents ordinary people who were deeply affected by economic hardships and sought change through collective action. Marsh's lens beautifully captures this significant moment from our past, reminding us of the struggles endured by those who fought for fair labor practices and better livelihoods during one of Britain's most notable strikes. This picture serves as a testament to resilience, solidarity, and an unwavering commitment towards social justice that resonates even today.
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