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Typical Lancashire miners going on strike: A group of men leaving work until further
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Typical Lancashire miners going on strike: A group of men leaving work until further
Typical Lancashire miners going on strike: A group of men leaving work until further notice. Date: October 1920
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October 1920: A Defiant Stand - Typical Lancashire Miners Going on Strike This evocative photograph captures a group of determined Lancashire miners as they leave their colliery, marking the beginning of a significant industrial action that would shake the foundations of the coal mining industry in the region. The date is October 1920, and the miners, dressed in their work clothes and carrying their tools, are embarking on a strike that will last for several months. The cause of their action was a ballot held among the miners, who, feeling the brunt of low wages and poor working conditions, voted overwhelmingly in favor of walking out until their demands were met. The strike was not an isolated event; it was part of a broader trend of labor unrest that was sweeping across the United Kingdom during the 1920s. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these miners and their families, who relied on the coal mines for their livelihoods. The men's faces are etched with a mixture of resolve and apprehension, reflecting the uncertainty of their future and the challenges that lay ahead. The scene is one of solidarity, with the miners standing together in their defiance against their employers. The strike, which lasted from October 1920 to February 1921, ultimately proved successful, leading to improved wages and working conditions for the miners. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the working class during a time of industrial upheaval and the importance of collective action in securing better futures for workers.
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