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Passenger waits on a platform as a suburban train leaves the platform during a strike
A passenger waits on a platform as a suburban train leaves the platform during a strike by German train drivers union GDL at Frankfurt main station November 15, 2007. GDL escalated a 62-hour strike on Thursday, adding passenger service disruptions to a freight stoppage in a long-running dispute with rail operator Deutsche Bahn. The strike, which has raised fears about the impact on Europes biggest economy, is the worst in Deutsche Bahns history. REUTERS/Alex Grimm (GERMANY) - BM2DWPHFSEa
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Add a touch of real-life drama to your greetings with our Media Storehouse card featuring the poignant image 'A Passenger Waits' by Alex Grimm from Reuters Images. This powerful photograph captures the moment of anticipation and disappointment as a suburban train departs during a train driver's strike. Perfect for sending a message of solidarity, understanding, or just to show that you're thinking of someone during challenging times. Our high-quality greeting cards come with a blank interior for your personal message and are sure to make a lasting impression.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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In this photo, captured by Alex Grimm, we witness the tense atmosphere at Frankfurt main station during a strike by the German train drivers union GDL on November 15,2007. The image showcases a lone passenger waiting anxiously on a platform as a suburban train departs in the background. The photograph perfectly encapsulates the disruption and chaos caused by the strike, which had escalated to an unprecedented level. As tensions between GDL and rail operator Deutsche Bahn reached their peak, both freight and passenger services were severely affected. This particular strike has become notorious for its impact on Europe's largest economy. The composition of the image is striking; it highlights not only the physical distance between the departing train and stranded passenger but also symbolizes their contrasting emotions. While one moves forward with determination despite adversity, another remains stationary with frustration and uncertainty. Alex Grimm skillfully captures this moment of anticipation mixed with despair through his lens. The monochrome tones add depth to this powerful visual narrative while emphasizing the gravity of this historic event. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how labor disputes can disrupt everyday life for countless individuals who rely on public transportation systems. It stands as a testament to both human resilience in times of crisis and our vulnerability when essential services are disrupted.
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