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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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Coal Demand Matania Miner Miners Minimum Money Pencil Strike Striking Wage Wages Worker
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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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