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The Strike in South Wales, gathering Shindles for Fuel (engraving)
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The Strike in South Wales, gathering Shindles for Fuel (engraving)
1105176 The Strike in South Wales, gathering Shindles for Fuel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Strike in South Wales, gathering Shindles for Fuel. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 February 1873.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22209916
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Baskets Coal Mining Fuel Gathering Industrial Action South Wales Strike Wales
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This engraving, titled "The Strike in South Wales, gathering Shindles for Fuel" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an anonymous English School artist during the 19th century, this image captures the essence of industrial action and its impact on everyday life. In the foreground, we see a group of determined women diligently collecting shindles - small pieces of wood used as fuel - from a desolate landscape. Their baskets are filled to the brim as they gather what little resources they can find amidst the turmoil caused by the strike. The women's resilience is palpable; their strong presence symbolizes both strength and unity. Set against a backdrop of coal mining structures and barren hillsides, this scene represents not only the struggle for better working conditions but also highlights how ordinary people were affected by such conflicts. The engraving was originally published in The Illustrated London News on February 15th, 1873, offering readers an insight into the harsh realities faced by those involved in labor disputes. As we observe this historical print today, it serves as a poignant reminder of past struggles that have shaped our present society. It prompts us to reflect on how far we have come while acknowledging that there is still work to be done towards achieving fairness and justice for all workers worldwide.
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