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Portugal Strikers
Portugal Strikers on the streets in Lisbon. Men seen on top of a street tram car in protest. The strike was by the Workmen's Federation of Lisbon as a reply to the action of the Government in suppressing a recent strike at Evora. Date: 1912
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This powerful image captures the intensity of the labor movement in Portugal during the early 20th century. The photograph, taken in 1912, depicts a group of determined men occupying the top of a street tram in Lisbon. They are members of the Workmen's Federation of Lisbon, who were protesting against the Portuguese Government's actions in suppressing a recent strike at Evora. The tram, a common mode of transportation in Lisbon at the time, became a symbol of resistance as the men took control of it, using it as a platform to amplify their voices and demands. The scene is a testament to the solidarity and courage of the labor movement, as the men bravely confronted the authorities in the heart of the city. The labor movement in Portugal during this period was a significant political force, as workers sought better wages, working conditions, and the right to form labor unions. The Government's response to the Evora strike, which resulted in the use of military force against the strikers, only served to galvanize the labor movement and fueled the desire for change. This image is a poignant reminder of the power of collective action and the determination of the working class to fight for their rights. The men in the photograph, with their fists raised in defiance, embody the spirit of resistance and the enduring legacy of the labor movement in Portugal.
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