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The shooting of Fourmies, illustration from Le Pere Peinard, 2nd May 1897 (litho) (b / w photo)
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The shooting of Fourmies, illustration from Le Pere Peinard, 2nd May 1897 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT287244 The shooting of Fourmies, illustration from Le Pere Peinard, 2nd May 1897 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; (add.info.: La fusillade de Fourmies; troops shot peaceful strikers on 1st May 1891; striking workers of the factory La Sans-Pareille ; first French and international celebration of the International Workers Day on May Day; one of the founding events of the French Section of the Workers International; anarchistic weekly newspaper founded in 1889 by Emile Pouget; ); © Archives Charmet
Media ID 25461950
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Class Struggle Corpse Demonstration Flgas Front Cover Labourers Repression Socialism Socialist Strike Victim Victims Wokrker Dying Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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The Shooting of Fourmies - A Tragic Moment in Labor History
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. This powerful print captures a significant event in French labor history - the shooting of peaceful strikers in Fourmies on May 1st, 1891. The image is an illustration from Le Pere Peinard, a satirical anarchistic weekly newspaper founded by Emile Pouget. In this haunting scene, we see the aftermath of the violent repression inflicted upon striking workers from La Sans-Pareille factory. The troops are shown standing over their victims, rifles still in hand. The lifeless bodies scattered across the ground serve as a grim reminder of the price paid for demanding better working conditions and rights. The incident marked not only one of the first celebrations of International Workers Day but also became one of the founding events for the French Section of Workers International. It symbolizes both class struggle and resistance against oppressive forces. Through this photograph, we witness not only tragedy but also resilience. The flags held by some workers represent their unity and determination to fight for justice despite facing armed opposition. As we reflect on this historical moment captured by Bridgeman Images, let us remember those who lost their lives fighting for worker's rights and continue to strive towards creating fairer societies worldwide.
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