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Featherstone riots: the soldiers firing on the people, 1893 (1906). Artist: Arthur Salmon
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Featherstone riots: the soldiers firing on the people, 1893 (1906). Artist: Arthur Salmon
Featherstone riots: the soldiers firing on the people, 1893 (1906). Two miners from the Yorkshire town were killed when troops opened fire during a strike. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. VIII. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]
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Arthur Coal Industry Coal Mine Coal Miner Coal Mining Colliery Crowds Employment Firing Industrial Action Industrial Dispute Industrial Relations Miner Mining Riot Rioting Salmon Shooting Social Class Strike Striker Unrest Violence Violent Wakefield West Yorkshire Working Class Featherstone Miners Strike
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This powerful print captures a dark chapter in British history known as the Featherstone riots of 1893. Created by artist Arthur Salmon, this image depicts the harrowing moment when soldiers opened fire on a crowd during a strike in Featherstone, Yorkshire. The unrest and violence that unfolded resulted in the tragic deaths of two miners. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the struggles faced by workers in England during the late 19th century. It reflects the deep-rooted tensions between laborers and those who held power within the coal mining industry. The black and white composition adds to its haunting quality, emphasizing both the physical and emotional toll of industrial disputes. In this scene, we witness not only an act of aggression but also a clash between social classes. The working class is pitted against soldiers representing authority and control. This image encapsulates themes such as employment, industry, worker's rights, and societal inequality that were prevalent during Victorian Britain. As we reflect upon this historical event through Arthur Salmon's lens, it serves as a poignant reminder of how far society has come in terms of workers' rights and industrial relations. It stands as an enduring symbol for justice and equality amidst adversity – reminding us never to forget those who fought for better conditions for all workers across Britain's rich industrial landscape.
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