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Great railway strike, available tram-car 1919
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Great railway strike, available tram-car 1919
Crowd of London commuters waiting patiently for the next available tram-car, during the Great railway strike of 1919.
October 1919
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1. Title: "Enduring the Great Railway Strike: A Crowd of Patient London Commuters Await the Next Available Tram-Car, October 1919" 2.. The Great Railway Strike of 1919, which took place in October of that year, brought the transportation sector of Britain to a standstill. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer for the Illustrated London News, captures a poignant moment in the heart of the crisis. A large crowd of Londoners, dressed in their best attire, patiently wait for the next available tram-car to take them to their respective destinations. The strike, which began on October 1st, was a result of a wage dispute between the railway workers and their employers. The workers, who were represented by the National Union of Railwaymen, demanded a 40% pay increase, while the railway companies were unwilling to meet their demands. The strike affected not only the railway system but also the tramways, causing significant disruption to the daily lives of millions of commuters in London and other major cities. Despite the hardships, the commuters in this photograph display an admirable sense of resilience and determination. They stand in a disciplined queue, waiting for their turn to board the tram-car, which is visible in the background. The scene is reminiscent of a peaceful protest, with the crowd maintaining a sense of order and decorum, even in the face of adversity. The Great Railway Strike of 1919 lasted for nine days before the workers eventually accepted a 10% pay rise. This photograph serves as a testament to the perseverance and unity of the British people during a challenging time in their history. It also highlights the importance of public transportation in the daily lives of urban dwellers and the significant impact that disruptions to this essential service can have on communities.
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