Poster Print : Strike / Enrolment / 1926
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Strike / Enrolment / 1926
Volunteers queuing at a Foreign Office building to enrol for duties during the General Strike Date: 1926
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Media ID 14280706
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Duties Enrol Enrolment Foreign Office Queues Queuing Strike Trilby Volunteers 1926
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the powerful image "Strike / Enrolment / 1926" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic photograph captures the spirit of the General Strike in 1926, as volunteers queue at a Foreign Office building to enrol for duties. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor, and transport yourself back in time with a glimpse into history. Each print is produced using high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your space. Order yours today and make a statement with historical art that tells a story.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 36.2cm (33.3" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 84.6cm x 59.6cm (33.3" x 23.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of determination and unity among the volunteers queuing outside the Foreign Office building in London during the historic General Strike of 1926. The image, taken on an overcast day, shows a long line of men, dressed in various workwear and trilby hats, patiently waiting their turn to enrol for duties to support essential services during the industrial action. The General Strike of 1926 was a pivotal moment in British history, as workers from various industries and unions came together in protest against wage cuts and poor working conditions. The strike lasted for nine days, paralyzing the country and leading to significant political and social consequences. The volunteers in this photograph were crucial in maintaining essential services during the strike, keeping the country functioning amidst the chaos. The queues outside the Foreign Office building were a common sight during this period, as men from all walks of life answered the call to duty. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of political unrest and solidarity. It serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This image is an essential addition to any collection of historical photographs, offering valuable insights into a significant moment in British history.
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