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Great Railroad Strike workers blockade the locomotive engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, in 1877.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886205
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1870s Business Engine Industry Labor Labour Locomotive Protest Rail Road Reform Riot Social Reform Steam Steam Engine Steam Locomotive Train Union Violence West Virginia Work 1877 Baltimore And Ohio Railroad Capitalism Industrialization Labor Movement Labor Union Martinsburg Strike Unrest Wage
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This print captures a pivotal moment in American history - the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. In Martinsburg, West Virginia, workers took a stand against unfair labor practices and low wages by blockading the locomotive engines. Hand-colored to bring this 19th-century illustration to life, the image showcases the intensity and determination of these striking workers. The scene depicts a riotous atmosphere as protesters demand better pay and improved working conditions. The vintage aesthetic adds an air of authenticity, transporting us back to a time when social reform was at the forefront of public discourse. This powerful illustration serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by laborers during America's industrialization period. The steam locomotive symbolizes both progress and oppression, representing capitalism's impact on workers' lives. It stands as a testament to the significance of railroads in shaping North America's development while also highlighting their role in perpetuating inequality. Through this image, we witness not only an important chapter in labor history but also an enduring spirit of resistance against injustice. As we reflect on this piece from North Wind Picture Archives, it prompts us to consider how far society has come since those tumultuous times and reminds us that collective action can drive meaningful change for future generations.
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