Fine Art Print : Chicago Riots 1894
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Chicago Riots 1894
RAILWAY STRIKE AT CHICAGO Military called in to suppress the rioting at 40th and Loomis Streets
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1894 40th Called Chicago Rioting Riots Strike Suppress Loomis
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history through the lens of a master photographer with our Fine Art Print of "Railway Strike at Chicago" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the chaos of the 1894 Chicago Riots, as military forces were called in to quell the unrest at 40th and Loomis Streets. With its rich detail and authenticity, this print makes a striking addition to any home or office, transporting you back in time to witness a pivotal moment in American history.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the chaotic scene of the Chicago Riots of 1894, a pivotal moment in American labor history. The image was taken at the intersection of 40th and Loomis Streets, where tensions between striking railroad workers and law enforcement reached a boiling point. The Great Railroad Strike of 1894, also known as the Pullman Strike, began in May of that year when workers at the Pullman Palace Car Company in Chicago went on strike in protest of wage cuts and other grievances. The strike quickly spread to other railroad workers across the country, causing significant disruptions to the transportation infrastructure and the economy as a whole. As the situation in Chicago grew increasingly volatile, President Grover Cleveland called in federal troops to quell the unrest. In this photograph, members of the U.S. Army can be seen standing atop a carriage, brandishing rifles and bayonets, as they attempt to restore order amidst the chaos below. Smoke rises from the streets, and the sounds of shouts, sirens, and gunfire fill the air. The Chicago Riots of 1894 marked a turning point in American labor relations, as the use of military force against striking workers set a precedent for future labor disputes. The event also highlighted the growing tensions between labor and management, and the need for reforms to protect the rights of workers. This powerful photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious history of labor struggles in the United States.
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