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Chicago Riots 1894
RAILWAY STRIKE AT CHICAGO Military called in to suppress the rioting at 40th and Loomis Streets
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1894 40th Called Chicago Rioting Riots Strike Suppress Loomis
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our Chicago Riots 1894 photographic print from Mary Evans Picture Library, available through Media Storehouse. Witness the historic moment as the military intervenes to quell the unrest at 40th and Loomis Streets during the Railway Strike in Chicago. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors. Authentically reproduced, this print is a stunning addition to any home or office, bringing the past to life with its vivid detail and clarity.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.1cm (14" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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This evocative photograph captures the chaotic scene of the Chicago Riots of 1894, a pivotal moment in American labor history. The image was taken at the intersection of 40th and Loomis Streets, where tensions between striking railroad workers and law enforcement reached a boiling point. The Great Railroad Strike of 1894, also known as the Pullman Strike, began in May of that year when workers at the Pullman Palace Car Company in Chicago went on strike in protest of wage cuts and other grievances. The strike quickly spread to other railroad workers across the country, causing significant disruptions to the transportation infrastructure and the economy as a whole. As the situation in Chicago grew increasingly volatile, President Grover Cleveland called in federal troops to quell the unrest. In this photograph, members of the U.S. Army can be seen standing atop a carriage, brandishing rifles and bayonets, as they attempt to restore order amidst the chaos below. Smoke rises from the streets, and the sounds of shouts, sirens, and gunfire fill the air. The Chicago Riots of 1894 marked a turning point in American labor relations, as the use of military force against striking workers set a precedent for future labor disputes. The event also highlighted the growing tensions between labor and management, and the need for reforms to protect the rights of workers. This powerful photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious history of labor struggles in the United States.
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