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Coal strike of 1912
National coal strike of 1912. Workers went on strike from February to early April, to secure a minimum wage.
1912
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Media ID 14117269
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Coal Demand Matania Miner Miners Minimum Money Pencil Strike Striking Wage Wages Worker
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Coal Strike of 1912 jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle, featuring an image from the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans collection, transports you to the historic coal strike of 1912. Experience the intensity of the moment as workers stood united in their quest for a fair minimum wage, from February to early April. Immerse yourself in this piece of history, bringing the past to life in the present. Challenge yourself and your family with this richly layered puzzle, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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.
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This evocative pencil sketch captures the intensity and determination of the National Coal Strike of 1912, an event that lasted from February to early April and brought the coal mining industry in Britain to a standstill. The image depicts a resolute miner, his face etched with the hardships of the struggle, holding a pencil and sketch as he pauses from his laborious work. The coal strike was a nationwide movement initiated by miners demanding a minimum wage to improve their living conditions and secure a fairer income. The coal industry was a cornerstone of the British economy at the time, providing the fuel that powered the country's factories and homes. However, the miners endured long hours, low wages, and hazardous working conditions. The strike, which affected every coal-producing region in the country, brought the attention of the nation to the plight of the working class and the need for labor reform. The miner in this sketch embodies the courage and resolve of the strikers, who faced significant opposition from the coal owners and the government. The strike ultimately resulted in a modest increase in wages, but it marked a turning point in the labor movement and paved the way for further reforms in the years to come. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by working men and women in the pursuit of fair wages and better working conditions.
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