Jigsaw Puzzle : Le Creusot Strike 6
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Le Creusot Strike 6
Strike at Le Creusot ironworks - the army are called in to suppress the strike : they occupy the factory
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Called Creusot Occupy Strike Suppress January
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Experience the historical drama of the Le Creusot Strike 6 with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle, featuring the evocative image "Le Creusot Strike 6" from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the tense moment when the French army was called in to suppress labor unrest at the Le Creusot ironworks. With pieces expertly crafted to fit seamlessly together, this puzzle offers a rewarding challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Immerse yourself in history and create a stunning visual representation of this pivotal moment in time. Complete the puzzle and proudly display it as a conversation starter in your home or office.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Le Creusot Strike of 1870: A Pivotal Moment in French Labor History This powerful image captures the tense atmosphere during the Le Creusot Strike of 1870, a significant event in the annals of French labor history. The photograph depicts French soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, occupying the Le Creusot ironworks. The factory, located in eastern France, was the epicenter of a major labor dispute that lasted from January to April of that year. The workers, primarily ironworkers and miners, had been striking for better wages and working conditions. Their demands were met with resistance from the factory owners, who sought to maintain their profit margins. The situation escalated when the French government, under the leadership of President Adolphe Thiers, intervened to suppress the strike. In this photograph, soldiers can be seen patrolling the factory grounds, their rifles at the ready. The workers, who had been protesting and striking for months, now faced the harsh reality of military occupation. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the often-fraught relationship between labor and capital in 19th-century Europe. The Le Creusot Strike of 1870 marked a turning point in French labor history. It led to the establishment of the First International, a labor organization that aimed to promote workers' rights and solidarity across national borders. The strike also highlighted the need for greater government intervention in labor disputes and the potential for violent confrontations between workers and authorities. This photograph, with its evocative imagery and historical significance, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in French labor history. It serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by workers in their quest for better wages, working conditions, and dignity on the job.
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