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The Labour and Shipping Strike at Melbourne (engraving)
1596766 The Labour and Shipping Strike at Melbourne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Labour and Shipping Strike at Melbourne. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 October 1890.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22315850
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
31 August Arriving Civil Unrest Employment Escorting Gas Works Industrial Action Infantry Mass Melbourne Mounted Office Pickets Spencer Station Stop Strikers Troopers Union
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The Labour and Shipping Strike at Melbourne (engraving) captures a pivotal moment in Australian history, depicting the civil unrest and industrial action that engulfed the city in the late 19th century. This powerful image showcases the mass gathering of men from various unions, united in their fight for better working conditions and employment rights. The print transports us to a bustling street scene, where strikers have brought Melbourne's shipping industry to a grinding halt. The arrival of mounted troopers adds an air of tension as they escort pickets through Flinders Park towards the gas works office. The presence of infantry soldiers highlights the gravity of this labour dispute. Amidst this chaotic backdrop, we witness a meeting taking place between union representatives and company officials. Negotiations hang in the balance as both sides grapple with conflicting interests. Meanwhile, everyday life is disrupted as streets are blocked off and normal operations come to a standstill. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of the power struggle between workers and employers during this tumultuous period. It encapsulates not only the determination of those fighting for their rights but also reflects broader social issues surrounding class inequality and economic disparity. Preserved within private collections, this historical artwork continues to shed light on an important chapter in Australia's labor movement, reminding us of how far we have come while urging us never to forget our past struggles.
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