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Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham

Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham


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Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham

Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham. 7th January 1979

Williams
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
DM 79 106

Media ID 21841763

© Mirrorpix

1979 Employment Empty Petrol Strikes Tanker Winter Of Discontent


EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this striking photograph by Williams, we are transported back to the winter of discontent in 1979. The image showcases a row of empty petrol tankers during the intense strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham. Symbolizing the turmoil that engulfed the nation during this era, these once bustling vehicles now stand idle, their absence echoing the frustration and economic hardships experienced by many. The composition evokes a sense of desolation and uncertainty as these silent giants become poignant symbols of power struggles between politics and employment rights. The tanker's emptiness signifies not only a lack of fuel but also an absence of progress and compromise. This powerful snapshot encapsulates a pivotal moment in history when tensions ran high amidst widespread strikes across various industries. It serves as a reminder that even essential resources like oil can become pawns in political battles over fair pay and workers' rights. Williams' artistic choice to present this scene in monochrome further emphasizes the starkness and gravity of the situation. Through his lens, he captures not just an empty depot but also echoes our collective memory of an era defined by social unrest. As we gaze upon this print from Memory Lane Prints, let us reflect on how far we have come since those tumultuous times while remaining vigilant to ensure that such struggles do not resurface.

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