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Taxi cab drivers strike, Charing Cross, London
The almost empty forecourt of Charing Cross Station in Central London, during a brief taxi cab drivers strike (31 October to 9 November). The year 1911 had seen a whole spate of transport-related strikes. On a normal day the forecourt would be full of taxis
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Action Carriages Charing Coach Coaches D River Dispute Drivers Empty Strike Strikes Striking Taxi Taxis Unrest Fore Court
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Taxi Cab Drivers Strike, Charing Cross, London" canvas print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the nearly deserted forecourt of Charing Cross Station during a brief taxi cab drivers' strike in Central London, from October 31 to November 9, 1955. The black and white photograph showcases the tense atmosphere, as Londoners navigated the city without the usual taxi services. Hang this historic moment in time on your wall as a striking conversation starter and a reminder of the power of collective action. Experience the depth and texture of this iconic image in vivid detail as our high-quality canvas print brings the photograph to life. Order yours today and make history a part of your home decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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In this historical photograph, the forecourt of Charing Cross Station in Central London stands almost eerily empty, a stark contrast to the bustling hub of activity it normally is. The year was 1911, and the forecourt was not silent due to a lull in travel, but rather because of a brief taxi cab drivers' strike that took place from October 31 to November 9. The taxi drivers, united in their dispute with the London Coalition Licensing Authority over licensing fees and working conditions, had decided to take a stand against the perceived injustices. The result was an industrial unrest that brought the normally reliable taxi service to a grinding halt. The absence of taxis was felt acutely, as the forecourt, which would usually be filled with the sound of honking horns and the sight of horse-drawn carriages and motorized taxis, was now eerily quiet. Instead, a few coaches could be seen parked haphazardly on the empty forecourt, their drivers presumably waiting for the resolution of the dispute. The strike was part of a larger wave of transport-related unrest that year, as workers across various industries took action to demand better wages and working conditions. The railway workers had already struck in August, and the taxi cab drivers' strike was a clear indication that the unrest was far from over. This photograph, taken during the taxi cab drivers' strike, offers a glimpse into a moment in history when the normally reliable transport network came to a standstill, leaving commuters and travelers stranded and uncertain. The empty forecourt of Charing Cross Station serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the impact it can have on the daily lives of people.
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