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Berlin, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Berlin, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Berlin, 1844. Accounts have been received from Berlin, of a general strike among workmen in the extensive calico-printing works of that city, comprising a body of from 2500 to 3000 men, for an augmentation of wages; but which, it appears, the owners are not inclined to grant...It originated in the very extensive works called the Dannenbergsche-Cotun Fabrick, belonging to the Messrs. Nauen, Loire, and Co. a firm well known in Prussia for the extreme liberality with which it has treated their workmen...There appears no real or just cause why the men should have acted so unwisely, since the wages hitherto granted have been very liberal, considering the great depression which has existed for some time back in the calico-printing trade. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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Berlin Berlin Germany Employment Industrial Action Market Prussia Prussian Strike Illustrated London News
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This print transports us back to Berlin in the year 1844, a time of great industrial unrest. The image captures the bustling cityscape, with its intricate architecture and busy market streets. However, behind this seemingly peaceful scene lies a story of conflict between workers and employers. Accounts from that period reveal a general strike among the workmen employed in the calico-printing works of Berlin. A group comprising approximately 2500 to 3000 men united in demanding higher wages, but unfortunately, their plea fell on deaf ears as the owners refused to grant their request. The strike originated from one particular establishment known as Dannenbergsche-Cotun Fabrick, owned by Messrs. Nauen, Loire, and Co. , who were reputed for treating their employees generously. This makes it all the more puzzling why these men would act so unwisely by going on strike when they had already been receiving liberal wages considering the prevailing economic depression within the calico-printing trade. This intriguing photograph not only provides us with a glimpse into life during Victorian-era Berlin but also serves as a reminder of how labor disputes have long been an integral part of our history. It is through images like these that we can delve deeper into past events and gain insight into social dynamics that shaped societies centuries ago.
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