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Poster Print : Tenants rent strike, Peckham, south east London, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
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Tenants rent strike, Peckham, south east London, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Tenants rent strike, Peckham, south east London, 1931, (1933). Peckham was the scene of an extensive " war" during the November of 1931. Council tenants at Wakefield House, Goldsmith Estate, resist changes to rents in the aftermath of the Depression which caused serious distress among the poor; one section, threatened with eviction for non-payment of rates, banded together to resist the action of the sheriffs officers. Picketing and passwords were instituted and, subsequently, several arrests were made. The main cause of complaint was that rents had to be paid quarterly instead of weekly. From " The Pageant of the Century". [Odhams Press Ltd, 1933]
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring an intriguing image from the past. Witness the historic Peckham Rent Strike of 1931, as tenants bravely stood up against landlords in this pivotal moment in South East London's history. This evocative, unknown photograph, taken in 1933, captures the intensity and determination of those involved in this extensive 'war.' Add a touch of history to your space with this striking and thought-provoking print.
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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 Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a powerful moment in history - the tenants' rent strike in Peckham, south east London, in 1931. The image showcases the resilience and unity of council tenants at Wakefield House, Goldsmith Estate, as they resist changes to rents during the aftermath of the Great Depression. This period caused immense distress among the poor, leading this group to band together and stand up against eviction for non-payment of rates. Picketing and passwords became their tools of resistance, resulting in several arrests being made. The main cause of complaint was that rents had transitioned from weekly payments to quarterly payments. This photograph is taken from "The Pageant of the Century", published by Odhams Press Ltd in 1933. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a meeting taking place on one of the balconies overlooking Peckham's streets. The architectural features serve as a backdrop to this significant moment where people come together to fight for their rights amidst economic hardship. The photographer behind this impactful image remains unknown but has captured an important chapter in British history. It serves as a reminder of how ordinary individuals can unite against adversity and strive for change even during times of recession and poverty.
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