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Mouse Mat : Miners playing cards during the General Strike, Britain, 1926, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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Miners playing cards during the General Strike, Britain, 1926, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Miners playing cards during the General Strike, Britain, 1926, (1935). The Miners Fight for their Wages - the dispute dragged on until nearly the end of November. Miners fill in their leisure time with a game of cards. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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Media ID 19126082
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This print captures a moment of respite amidst the turmoil of the General Strike in Britain, 1926. Taken in 1935 by an unknown creator, it showcases a group of coal miners engrossed in a game of cards during their prolonged fight for fair wages. The image portrays the miners' determination to find solace and camaraderie even in challenging times. Clad in traditional cloth caps, these hardworking men gather around a makeshift table near a railway track, symbolizing their connection to the industrial world they are fighting against. The intensity on their faces reveals both concentration on the game at hand and underlying concerns about their employment and workers' rights. Published as part of "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" by Odhams Press Ltd. , London, this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by laborers during this era. It encapsulates not only the physical demands placed upon them but also highlights their resilience and ability to find moments of relaxation amidst adversity. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from history, we are reminded that behind every historical event lies ordinary individuals whose lives were profoundly impacted. This image immortalizes those brave miners who fought tirelessly for better working conditions while finding solace through simple pleasures like playing cards with fellow comrades.
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