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Llanelli railway strike riots, Wales
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Llanelli railway strike riots, Wales
One of the coal-carrying trucks in Llanelli, Wales, which rioters wrecked during the railway strike.
1911
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Action Coal Damage Llanelli Police Men Riot Rioters Riots Sabotage Strike Strikers Striking Truck Trucks Wrecked Wrecking
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In this evocative photograph from the Pete Frost Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, the chaos of the Llanelli railway strike riots in Wales unfolds before our eyes. The year is 1911, and the industrial unrest that had been simmering in the coal mining regions of South Wales had reached a boiling point. The image captures the moment of destruction as rioters wreak havoc on a coal-carrying truck of the railway, a crucial artery of transportation for the coal industry. The scene is one of raw emotion and defiance. A group of rioters, their faces obscured by hats and scarves, stand atop the overturned truck, surveying their handiwork with a sense of satisfaction. Smoke rises from the wreckage, a testament to the intensity of the confrontation between the strikers and the authorities. In the background, a line of determined-looking police officers attempt to maintain order, their uniforms a stark contrast to the disorder surrounding them. The Llanelli railway strike was a pivotal moment in the history of the Welsh coal industry and labor relations. The workers were protesting against wage cuts and poor working conditions, and their actions brought the railway system to a standstill. The riots that ensued were a violent expression of their frustration and desperation, resulting in significant damage to both property and infrastructure. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into a tumultuous period in Welsh history, a time when the balance of power between labor and industry was being redefined. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of industrial strife and the enduring struggle for workers' rights.
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