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GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. United States artillery guarding the Camden Street station in Baltimore, Maryland during the Great Railroad Strike, July 1877. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper
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GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. United States artillery guarding the Camden Street station in Baltimore, Maryland during the Great Railroad Strike, July 1877. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper
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1877 Artillery Artilleryman Baltimore Camden Gatling Gun Great Guard Labor Rail Road Railroad Station Spectator Strike
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This print captures a pivotal moment in American history - the Great Railroad Strike of 1877. In this wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper, we are transported back to July 1877, where chaos and tension filled the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. The image showcases United States artillery guarding the Camden Street station during this tumultuous time. The scene is bustling with activity as a large crowd gathers outside the railroad station. Men dressed in labor attire can be seen alongside curious spectators, all witnessing this historic event unfold before their eyes. The late afternoon sun casts long shadows on the street, adding an air of intensity to the atmosphere. Amidst the commotion stands a stoic soldier, his uniform indicating his role as guardian and protector during these troubled times. He stands tall next to an imposing Gatling gun - a symbol of power and authority meant to deter any potential unrest. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by workers in their fight for fair treatment and better working conditions. It encapsulates not only the physical presence of armed forces but also represents larger themes such as social inequality and labor rights that continue to resonate today. Granger Art on Demand has once again provided us with an evocative piece that transports us back in time, allowing us to reflect upon significant moments in our nation's past.
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