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British coal strike - idle dock laborers, Cardiff, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
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British coal strike - idle dock laborers, Cardiff, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
British coal strike - idle dock laborers, Cardiff, between c1910 and c1915
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1910 1915 Cardiff Wales United Kingdom Class Dock Dock Worker Dock Workers Docker Dockers Docks Employment George Grantham Bain Industrial Action Labour Labour Union Labourer Labourers Longshoreman Longshoremen Navvy Rights Social Class Stevedore Stevedores Strike Striker Strikers Trade Union Trade Unionism Trade Unionist Wales Welsh Wharf Workers Rights Working Class Working Conditions Bain George Graham Bain News Service Dockworker Dockworkers George Graham Bain Press Photography
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Idle dock laborers stand idle on the docks of Cardiff during a British coal strike between c1910 and c1915. The stark contrast between the men's worn faces and their once-sturdy bodies, now weakened by unemployment, tells a poignant tale of economic hardship. Captured by renowned photographer George Graham Bain for the Bain News Service, this black-and-white print offers a glimpse into the lives of working-class individuals affected by industrial action.
As dockworkers stood idle on the docks, they were not just fighting for better wages and conditions but also struggling to maintain their dignity in the face of adversity. The image conveys a sense of desperation and frustration as these men, once proud providers for their families, are now forced to rely on charity or meager government support.
This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of industrial disputes during an era marked by rapid social change and economic upheaval in Britain. It also highlights the importance of preserving historical records through photography, allowing us to reflect on past struggles and learn from them.
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