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Scene During The Preston Strike, c1890. Artist: William Rainey
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Scene During The Preston Strike, c1890. Artist: William Rainey
Scene During The Preston Strike, c1890. Part of the 1842 General Strike or Plug Plot Riots. These strikes and disturbances were prompted by depression in 1841-2 which resulted in wage cuts of over 25%. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]
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Scene During The Preston Strike, c1890 - A Glimpse into the Turbulent Times of British Labor History
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. This print captures a powerful moment from the Preston Strike of 1842, also known as the Plug Plot Riots. Painted by artist William Rainey, this scene depicts the aftermath of a protest that erupted due to severe economic depression in 1841-2, resulting in drastic wage cuts exceeding 25%. In this snapshot of history, we witness men, women, and even young boys standing together on a desolate road in England. Clad in worn-out clothes and shawls to brave the cold winds of poverty, these working-class individuals display their resilience against hardship. The image showcases not only the physical struggle but also highlights political undertones. It serves as a reminder that strikes like these were pivotal moments for social change and workers' rights movements such as Chartism. As we delve into this monochrome portrait frozen in time, it becomes evident that it is more than just an artistic representation; it is an embodiment of collective strength and unity amidst adversity. Through their determined expressions and resolute postures, these ordinary people become extraordinary symbols of resistance against oppressive labor conditions. This historical photograph offers us a glimpse into one chapter of Britain's rich industrial past—a testament to the struggles faced by those who fought for fair wages and better living standards during the nineteenth century.
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