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James Winstone, South Wales Miners Federation
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James Winstone, South Wales Miners Federation
James Winstone, Vice President of the South Wales Miners Federation (1912-14), and President in 1915
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Coal Colliery Federation Jones Mine Miner Miners Mining Vice Worker Winstone
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This evocative photograph captures James Winstone, a prominent figure in the South Wales Miners Federation during a pivotal period in the history of the coal mining industry. Winstone, depicted here with a serious expression and dressed in the typical attire of a miner, served as Vice President of the Federation from 1912 to 1914 and later became its President in 1915. The South Wales Miners Federation was a powerful labour organization that represented the interests of coal miners in the South Wales Coalfield, which was a major center of coal production in the United Kingdom. At the turn of the 20th century, the mining industry was characterized by long working hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. Miners like Winstone fought for better wages, shorter working hours, and safer working conditions through collective bargaining and strikes. Winstone's leadership came at a critical time in the history of the mining industry. The early 20th century saw a series of strikes and labor disputes, including the 1911 Tonmawr Colliery Strike and the 1912 Merthyr Rising, which tested the resolve of both the mining community and the government. Winstone's commitment to the cause of the miners and his ability to mobilize the labor force made him a respected and influential figure in the region. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the working-class struggle for better wages, working conditions, and political representation in early 20th century Wales. It also highlights the important role that labor organizations like the South Wales Miners Federation played in shaping the political and industrial landscape of the time.
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