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Anti-Trades Union cartoon showing a meeting of a Trades Union Committee, top
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Anti-Trades Union cartoon showing a meeting of a Trades Union Committee, top
Anti-Trades Union cartoon showing a meeting of a Trades Union Committee, top, and the Duke of Wellington putting down the Trade Unions. London c1833
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Association Cartoon Committee Down Duke Government Labour Meeting Nineteenth Century Organisation Putting Trade Trades Union Unions Wellington C1833
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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to 19th century Britain, offering a glimpse into the contentious relationship between trade unions and the government. The image portrays an Anti-Trades Union cartoon depicting a meeting of a Trades Union Committee at the top, with none other than the Duke of Wellington himself putting down these labor organizations. In this satirical artwork created around 1833 in London, we witness the power dynamics and tensions that existed during that era. The cartoon highlights the struggle for workers' rights and fair treatment against opposition from influential figures like Wellington. As one of Britain's most prominent military leaders turned politician, his presence symbolizes the establishment's resistance to organized labor movements. The visual representation captures both humor and criticism as it ridicules trade unions while simultaneously shedding light on their significance. It serves as a reminder of how these organizations fought tirelessly for better working conditions, higher wages, and improved rights for workers amidst staunch opposition. This historical artifact not only provides valuable insights into 19th-century society but also prompts reflection on ongoing debates surrounding labor rights today. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to support fair treatment in workplaces worldwide while acknowledging past struggles that have paved the way for progress.
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