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The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens, Lancashire (engraving)
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The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens, Lancashire (engraving)
1627558 The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens, Lancashire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens, Lancashire. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 November 1893.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22262188
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Charity Coal Mining Industrial Action Lancashire Miners Strikes Soup Kitchen St Helens
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This print titled "The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens, Lancashire" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into a significant moment in history. The image showcases an engraving by English School, depicting a soup kitchen set up during the collieries strike in St Helens. In this powerful scene, we witness the impact of industrial action on the lives of coal miners and their families. As they stand patiently in line, waiting for their turn to receive nourishment from this charitable endeavor, one cannot help but feel a sense of empathy and admiration for these resilient individuals. The composition beautifully captures both the desperation and hope that characterized this period. The worn-out expressions on people's faces tell stories of hardship and struggle while also reflecting their determination to endure through unity. This engraving was originally published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News in November 1893. It serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by workers during times of labor unrest and sheds light on the importance of community support systems such as soup kitchens. "The Collieries Strike, Soup-Kitchen at St Helens" is not just a historical artifact; it is an invitation to reflect upon our collective responsibility towards those affected by social injustices. Through its evocative imagery, this print compels us to remember that even amidst adversity, acts of compassion can provide solace and strength.
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