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Hop-pickers leaving London Bridge at midnight, 1900
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Hop-pickers leaving London Bridge at midnight, 1900
Hop-pickers leaving London Bridge at midnight, 1900. Print from The Illustrated London News (8 September 1900)
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Alcohol Beer Carrying On Shoulders Dais Departure Hop Picker Leaving London Bridge Station Midnight Platform Railway Station Train Illustrated London News
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Hop-pickers Leaving London Bridge at Midnight, 1900 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Victorian Workers
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. This print from The Illustrated London News takes us back to the turn of the 20th century. In this scene, captured by an unknown creator, we witness a significant moment in the lives of hop-pickers departing from London Bridge station at midnight. The image depicts a bustling platform filled with people - men, women, and children alike - carrying their belongings on their shoulders. These hardworking individuals were part of a seasonal occupation known as hop picking, where they would travel to rural areas to harvest hops for beer production. Amidst the monochrome setting, one can almost feel the anticipation and weariness in their faces as they prepare for departure. Families stick together tightly while navigating through the crowd, highlighting both unity and resilience within these laboring communities. London Bridge station serves as a poignant backdrop symbolizing transition; it is here that dreams are pursued and livelihoods sustained. As trains wait patiently on tracks leading towards distant countryside locations, hope lingers in the air alongside exhaustion. This engraving offers us a glimpse into an era when manual labor was prevalent and transportation relied heavily on railways. It reminds us of Britain's industrial past while shedding light on forgotten professions that shaped our history. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time over a century ago, let us reflect upon those who worked tirelessly to support themselves and their families during challenging times – leaving behind
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