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Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona province. The Strike of Igualada
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Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona province. The Strike of Igualada
Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona province. The Strike of Igualada. Striking workers from the textile workshops, in the act of being harangued by their president. Engraving by Vela. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, 1881. Date: 2018
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1881 Americana Catalan Catalonia Espanola Ilustracion Industrialisation Movement Proletarian Proletarians Proletariat Protest Region Speech Strike Striker Striking Textile Weaver Weavers Weaving Worker Workshops Harangue
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1. Title: "The Strike of Igualada: A Moment of Defiance in the Industrial Age of Catalonia, Spain" This evocative engraving, published in "La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana" in 1881, captures a pivotal moment in the history of Igualada, a town in the Barcelona province of Catalonia, Spain. The image portrays a group of determined and resolute textile workers, gathered together in the presence of their president, as they listen intently to his impassioned words. The late 19th century was a period of rapid industrialization in Europe, and Catalonia, with its rich textile tradition, was no exception. The region was home to numerous textile workshops, including those in Igualada, where laborers toiled long hours under harsh conditions for meager wages. The working class, predominantly composed of women and children, began to organize and demand better pay, shorter hours, and improved working conditions. This engraving depicts the culmination of one such labor protest, which took place in Igualada in 1881. The workers, seated and standing, are shown listening intently to their leader, who addresses them with conviction and fervor. The women, dressed in traditional Catalan attire, are a testament to the diverse and multifaceted nature of the working class during this era. The Strike of Igualada was a significant event in the history of the Catalan labor movement, as it marked a turning point in the struggle for workers' rights. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the proletariat during a time of great social and economic change. This engraving, a visual document of a pivotal moment in history, offers a glimpse into the lives of the working class during the industrial age in Catalonia, Spain. It is a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of resistance and the importance of collective action in the face of adversity.
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