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Fine Art Print : TGWU Union leader Barney Ward leaves Transport House for the last time. 20th October 1983
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TGWU Union leader Barney Ward leaves Transport House for the last time. 20th October 1983
Staff
Teesside Archive
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21700625
© Mirrorpix
Card Leaving Trade Union Unions Good Luck Tgwu Unionism Unionist
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints collaboration. This powerful image captures the historic moment as TGWU Union leader Barney Ward bids farewell to Transport House on 20th October 1983. Each print is meticulously crafted using the highest quality materials, ensuring vivid colors and exceptional detail. Bring this piece of British labor history into your home and make it a conversation starter. Order now and relive the past with every glance.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.1cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant print captured on the 20th of October, 1983, we witness a significant moment in trade union history. The image showcases TGWU Union leader Barney Ward as he leaves Transport House for the last time. Clutching a farewell card tightly in his hand, Ward's expression reflects both determination and nostalgia. The photograph encapsulates the essence of the 1980s - an era marked by social upheaval and labor disputes. As one of the most prominent figures within the Transport and General Workers Union (TGWU), Barney Ward played a pivotal role in advocating for workers' rights during this tumultuous period. With his departure from Transport House, where countless negotiations were held to secure better conditions for workers across various industries, Ward bids farewell to an institution that had become synonymous with unionism. His exit symbolizes not only personal transition but also marks an end of an era for many dedicated unionists who fought tirelessly alongside him. As we gaze upon this evocative image from Memory Lane Prints, it serves as a reminder of the resilience and solidarity that characterized trade unions during times of adversity. It pays homage to those individuals like Barney Ward who dedicated their lives to championing fair treatment and improved working conditions for all employees. This photograph is more than just a visual representation; it captures a defining moment in history when ideals clashed against political realities – leaving behind lasting legacies that continue to shape our society today.
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