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Chicago Rail Strike
During the strike, a train departs under the protection of volunteer policemen, armed with guns : the strike is opposed with great brutality by the railway companies
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Media ID 587072
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1894 Armed Brutality Chicago Companies Departs Guns Opposed Police Men Protection Strike Volunteer
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Chicago Rail Strike Framed Print from Media Storehouse, a captivating addition to your home or office decor. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the tense and historic moment when volunteer policemen escorted a train during the brutal 1877 Chicago Railroad Strike. The print's intricate details and rich colors bring the scene to life, making it an engaging conversation starter. Add this powerful piece of history to your collection and relive the past with the Chicago Rail Strike Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in history during the Chicago Rail Strike of 1894. As a train departs under the protection of volunteer policemen armed with guns, the scene is fraught with tension and conflict. The strike, which was met with great brutality by the railway companies, shows the lengths to which workers were willing to go to fight for their rights.
The image showcases the bravery of these volunteer police men who put themselves on the line to ensure safe passage for the departing train. Their determination and courage are evident as they stand guard against any potential threats.
The historical significance of this event cannot be understated, as it marked a turning point in labor relations and worker's rights in America. The opposition faced by strikers from powerful railway companies sheds light on the harsh realities of industrialization and corporate greed during this time period.
Mary Evans Picture Library has captured this momentous occasion with striking clarity and detail, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in this important chapter of American history. This print serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by those fighting for justice and equality, even in the face of adversity.
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