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Soldiers seen here patrolling the streets in and around th Bank of England in the City of
Soldiers seen here patrolling the streets in and around th Bank of England in the City of London in their Austin armoured cars, on the 8th day of the General Strike. The national dispute came about after negotiations between the miners and mine owners failed over wages and the strike began on 3 May 1926. Millions obeyed the strike call, bringing transport systems to a halt while newspapers were not printed. The government responding by using volunteers to run trains and buses and sent in troops to move supplies from the London docks. There were clashes between police and crowds in many areas and at least 4000 strikers were arrested. There were attacks on buses and trains, including the derailing of the Flying Scotsman. The strike was called off unilaterally by the TUC on 12 May with no guarantees of fair treatment for the miners who fought on to bitter defeat in October. 10th May 1926
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British Army Busy Industrial Dispute
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This print captures a historic moment during the General Strike of 1926, as soldiers patrol the streets surrounding the iconic Bank of England in London. The strike was triggered by failed negotiations between miners and mine owners over wages, leading millions to join in solidarity on May 3rd. As transportation systems ground to a halt and newspapers ceased printing, tensions escalated. In response to the strike, volunteers were enlisted to keep trains and buses running while troops were deployed to ensure vital supplies reached London docks. This image showcases soldiers navigating through bustling crowds in their Austin armored cars, symbolizing both the government's determination to maintain order and the resilience of those fighting for fair treatment. Throughout this tumultuous period, clashes between police forces and protesters erupted across various areas. Over 4,000 strikers were arrested amidst attacks on buses and trains – even resulting in the derailment of the renowned Flying Scotsman. Despite these challenges, it was ultimately on May 12th that the Trade Union Congress unilaterally called off the strike without securing guarantees for miners' rights. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of military presence but also as a testament to an industrial dispute that shaped British history. It serves as a poignant reminder of both unity among workers demanding justice and their eventual bitter defeat months later in October.
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