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Steps of Liberty Hall, Dublin, tramways strike 1913
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Steps of Liberty Hall, Dublin, tramways strike 1913
Tramwaymen strikers cheering outside Liberty Hall, Dublin, the headquarters of the Transport Workers Union, 1913.
1913
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Cheering Dublin Headquarters Liberty Strike Strikers Strikes Striking Tramways
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Irish labor history, as tramwaymen strikers gather outside Liberty Hall in Dublin during the historic tramways strike of 1913. The headquarters of the Transport Workers Union stands proudly in the background, a symbol of solidarity and unity for the striking workers. The year was 1913, and the tramwaymen of Dublin had walked off their jobs in protest against wage cuts and longer working hours. The strike quickly gained momentum, with support from other unions and workers across the city. This photograph shows the jubilant crowd outside Liberty Hall, their faces filled with hope and determination as they cheer and wave banners. The tramways strike was a turning point in Irish labor history, marking the first time that a national strike had taken place in Ireland. It also paved the way for the establishment of the Irish Trade Union Congress and the eventual recognition of trade unions by the Irish government. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the strikers, their perseverance and unity ultimately paid off. The strike lasted for over a month, but the workers' demands were eventually met, and they returned to work with improved wages and working conditions. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of collective action and the indomitable spirit of the Irish working class during a time of great social and political change. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of the tramways strike and the role it played in shaping the labor movement in Ireland and beyond.
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