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Squatters protest, Battersea, South London
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Squatters protest, Battersea, South London
Squatters protest, 78 Abercrombie Street, Battersea, South London, 8 December 1977. Squatters were resisting eviction by the Labour-run Wandsworth Council. Date: 1977
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1977 Abercrombie Association Battersea Boarded Council Defiance Defiant Determination Determined Eviction Homeless Homelessness Labour Ladder Message Problem Problems Property Protest Protesting Resisting Shabby Slogan Slogans Squat Squatter Squatters Wandsworth December
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This powerful print captures a moment of resistance and defiance in the heart of Battersea, South London. The year is 1977, and squatters at 78 Abercrombie Street are standing up against eviction by the Labour-run Wandsworth Council. In the midst of a housing crisis, these individuals have taken matters into their own hands, refusing to be displaced from their makeshift homes.
The image shows a shabby building with boarded-up windows, a symbol of neglect and disregard for those struggling with homelessness. Slogans and messages adorn the walls, conveying a message of solidarity and determination in the face of adversity. A lone ladder leans against an open window, a stark reminder of the lengths people will go to in order to secure shelter.
Despite facing opposition from local authorities, these squatters remain resolute in their fight for housing rights. Their defiant stance serves as a testament to the power of grassroots activism and community organizing.
As we look back on this moment in history, we are reminded that the struggle for affordable housing is far from over. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by marginalized communities in our society.
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