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Rioting Miners - 3
Mademoiselle Gerard halts the revolting miners at the charbonnage du Hazard, at Charleroi : troops are called in and ten deaths result
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1868 Called Charleroi Deaths Gerard Halts Hazard Mademoiselle Miners Result Revolting Rioting
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"March 29, 1868: Mademoiselle Gerard Halts the Revolting Miners at Charbonnage du Hazard, Charleroi - A poignant and historic moment captured in this print from the archives, as Mademoiselle Gerard, a local woman, steps forward to intervene between the rioting miners and the troops called in to quell their uprising at the Charbonnage du Hazard in Charleroi, Belgium. The miners, who were protesting for better working conditions and wages, had grown increasingly agitated and violent, leading to the intervention of the military. Ten lives were tragically lost in the ensuing chaos, marking a dark day in the history of the Belgian mining industry. Mademoiselle Gerard's courageous act of intervention is a testament to the power of individual action in times of crisis, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the working class in their fight for fair treatment and dignity." This powerful image, taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in Belgian history, showcasing the raw emotion and intensity of the miners' revolt, as well as the determination and bravery of Mademoiselle Gerard in trying to bring peace to the chaos. The print is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the social and political climate of the time, and the struggles faced by the working class in their pursuit of better working conditions and fair wages.
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