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GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Pennsylvania Governor John F
GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877.
Pennsylvania Governor John F. Hartranfts mobile headquarters during the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. Contemporary American newspaper engraving
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Media ID 12318670
1877 Frederick Governor Great Headquarters Labor Movement Mobile National Guard Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Railroad Company Railroad Strike Train
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print of the Great Railroad Strike of 1877 by Granger, NYC from Media Storehouse. Witness an intriguing moment in American history with this captivating newspaper engraving, featuring Pennsylvania Governor John F. Hartranft's mobile headquarters during the tumultuous railroad labor dispute. Add this historic print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in American history - the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. The image showcases Pennsylvania Governor John F. Hartranft's mobile headquarters during this tumultuous time. As the labor movement gained momentum, tensions escalated between workers and the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, leading to a nationwide strike. In this engraving from a contemporary American newspaper, we see Governor Hartranft's headquarters stationed outside amidst the chaos. A train can be seen in the background, symbolizing both progress and conflict as it represents transportation disrupted by striking workers. The men surrounding Governor Hartranft exemplify the late 19th-century struggle for worker rights and fair treatment. They represent not only those directly involved in the strike but also countless others who supported their cause. The presence of the National Guard highlights how serious and volatile this situation became. It serves as a reminder of how deeply entrenched these issues were within society at that time. This print is an invaluable historical artifact that offers us insight into one of America's most pivotal labor movements. It reminds us of our past struggles for justice and equality while inspiring us to continue fighting for these principles today.
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