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Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig, WW1
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Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig, WW1
Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig -- the wording of a Resolution passed at the Trade Union Conference at Caxton Hall on 18 July 1916, informing the General that men and women engaged in munitions work during the First World War are willing to postpone their holidays to ensure the continuing supply of ammunition, guns and other war material. It is signed by Arthur Henderson, Chairman (also a Labour politician). Date: July 1916
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful image captures the spirit of unity and sacrifice among the British workforce during World War I, as evidenced by the "Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig" resolution passed at the Trade Union Conference held at Caxton Hall on 18 July 1916. The resolution, signed by Arthur Henderson, Chairman and future Labour politician, expressed the commitment of men and women engaged in munitions work to postpone their holidays in order to ensure the continuous supply of ammunition, guns, and other war material. The resolution was a direct response to General Sir Douglas Haig's call for increased production to sustain the war effort. The determination of the working people to put the needs of the nation above their own personal needs is a testament to the collective spirit that carried Britain through the challenges of the war. This poignant moment in history serves as a reminder of the crucial role played by the labor force in shaping the outcome of major conflicts and the importance of solidarity and perseverance in times of crisis.
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