Jigsaw Puzzle : GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Striking railroad workers dragging firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 17 July 1877. Contemporary American wood engraving
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GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Striking railroad workers dragging firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 17 July 1877. Contemporary American wood engraving
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Media ID 7563405
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intricately detailed puzzle features a historic image of the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, as depicted in a contemporary American wood engraving by The Granger Collection. Witness the intensity of the moment as striking railroad workers drag firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia, on July 17, 1877. Assemble this captivating puzzle to bring this pivotal moment in American history to life in your home. Experience the thrill of piecing together history, one puzzle piece at a time.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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 from the Granger Collection captures a pivotal moment in American history - the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. In this intense scene, striking railroad workers are seen forcefully dragging firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia on July 17th, 1877. The contemporary American wood engraving beautifully depicts the chaos and tension that engulfed the country during this labor movement. The image showcases the power of collective action as these determined men stand up against unfair working conditions and fight for their rights. As smoke billows from the locomotive, we can almost hear the shouts and cries of both sides involved in this riotous clash. The engraving expertly portrays not only the physical struggle between strikers and authority figures but also highlights broader themes such as class conflict and social unrest. This historical snapshot serves as a reminder of how ordinary individuals can come together to challenge oppressive systems. It sheds light on an important chapter in America's industrial development when workers fought tirelessly for better treatment amidst rapid economic growth. The Granger Collection has once again provided us with a fascinating glimpse into our past through this remarkable piece of art.
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