Fine Art Print : Breakaway from coal strike 1926
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Breakaway from coal strike 1926
After more than a week on general strike, there was a strong movement that began with the coal-miners of the Midlands to break-away from the strike abd return to work, on terms arranged locally with the owners.
1926
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Media ID 14417326
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Blinkers Coal Colliery Cresswell Democratic Jobs Mansfield Midlands Miners Mines Mineworkers Mining Ponies Resumed Return Strike Strikes 1926 Breakaway Coalfield Resume
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical significance of the Breakaway from Coal Strike 1926 with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, available at Media Storehouse. This powerful image captures the moment when coal-miners in the Midlands defied the ongoing general strike and chose to return to work. A poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in history, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of defiance and determination among the coal miners of the Midlands during the historic 1926 General Strike in Britain. After over a week of solidarity with their striking colleagues across industries, a strong movement began to emerge among these mineworkers to break away from the strike and return to work. The men in this image, huddled together at the Cresswell Colliery in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, are seen resuming their jobs under the watchful eyes of their local mine owners. The coal miners, many wearing their trade union badges with pride, had grown tired of the prolonged strike and the hardships it brought upon their families. The democratic nature of the decision to return to work is evident in the scene, with the miners making their choice locally and freely. The horses, with their blinkers on, symbolize the narrow focus of the miners on their immediate needs and the resumption of their livelihoods. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the complexities of the 1926 General Strike, a pivotal moment in British industrial history. The coal miners' decision to break away from the strike was a contentious one, with many in the trade union movement viewing it as a betrayal. However, this image underscores the human element of the strike, highlighting the personal sacrifices and the desire for a return to normalcy amidst the larger political and economic turmoil.
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