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Riot during a strike by Standard Oil workers, Bayonne, New Jersey, USA, 1915. Artist
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Riot during a strike by Standard Oil workers, Bayonne, New Jersey, USA, 1915. Standard Oil employees went on strike on 15 July 1915 over pay and union organisation. Three men were killed and many injured on 22 July by gunfire when violence broke out. Note the man in the bottom left of the photograph firing a pistol
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Bayonne Dispute Employment Firing Industrial Dispute Industrial Relations Labour Relations New Jersey Pistol Protest Protester Protesting Riot Rioter Rioting Shooting Social Class Standard Oil Company Strike Striker Trade Unionism Violence Violent Working Class Historica Graphica Collection
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Riot during a strike by Standard Oil workers, Bayonne, New Jersey, USA, 1915. This powerful print captures the intense turmoil and violence that erupted during a historic strike by Standard Oil employees in July 1915. The image showcases the chaotic scene on an avenue in Bayonne, as workers clashed with authorities over issues of pay and union organization. In this gripping photograph, taken from the renowned Historica Graphica Collection, we witness the raw emotions and social tensions that defined this pivotal moment in American labor history. Amidst the sea of protesters demanding their rights can be seen a man positioned at the bottom left corner of the frame. He defiantly fires his pistol into the air—a symbol of desperation and resistance against oppressive working conditions. The strike took a tragic turn on July 22nd when gunfire broke out resulting in three fatalities and numerous injuries among both rioters and law enforcement personnel. This haunting image serves as a stark reminder of how industrial disputes can escalate into violent clashes between classes. As we delve into this significant event from early 20th century America, it is crucial to acknowledge its impact on labor relations and trade unionism. By examining this photograph closely, one gains insight into not only the struggles faced by these workers but also highlights broader themes such as social class divisions and political unrest. This black-and-white print stands as a testament to those who fought for better working conditions amidst adversity—an enduring symbol of resilience within America's working class history.
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