Greetings Card : GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 16 July 1877, at the start of the Great Railroad Strike. Contemporary American wood engraving
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GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 16 July 1877, at the start of the Great Railroad Strike. Contemporary American wood engraving
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Media ID 7563361
1877 Activist Blockade Engine Great Movement Protester Rail Road Railroad Station Railroad Track Rampart Riot South East Steam Striker Track Train West Virginia Working Class Martinsburg
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating Greetings Cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This historical card features a vintage wood engraving of the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. Witness the powerful image of the blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, as the event unfolded on July 16, 1877. This evocative piece, sourced from The Granger Collection, adds a unique touch to your correspondence and transports the recipient back in time. Perfect for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the beauty of historical art.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in American history - the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. The image showcases the blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia on July 16th, 1877, marking the beginning of this significant labor movement. A contemporary American wood engraving has beautifully preserved this historic scene. Intriguingly, the photograph portrays a diverse group of individuals united by their shared struggle for workers' rights. Men and women from different walks of life come together to form a formidable force against injustice. Their determination is palpable as they stand defiantly on the railroad tracks, forming a human rampart against further exploitation. The presence of steam engines adds an element of power and symbolism to the image. These machines that once symbolized progress are now halted by those who operate them - workers demanding fair treatment and better working conditions. This snapshot encapsulates not only a specific moment but also represents larger themes such as class struggle and social activism during this era. It serves as a reminder that ordinary people can rise up against oppression when pushed too far. The Granger Collection's remarkable print allows us to witness firsthand this transformative event in our nation's history while honoring those brave activists who fought for justice on these very tracks in Martinsburg, West Virginia over a century ago.
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