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Cotton mill strike in 1932 during the Great Depression, with police clearing the streets of demonstrators (b / w photo)
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Cotton mill strike in 1932 during the Great Depression, with police clearing the streets of demonstrators (b / w photo)
5997984 Cotton mill strike in 1932 during the Great Depression, with police clearing the streets of demonstrators (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cotton mill strike in 1932 during the Great Depression, with police clearing the streets of demonstrators. Fifty Great Years, 1897-1947 (Kemsley, 1947).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22329458
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1932 Clearing Cotton Demonstrators Great Depression Mill Police Strike Strikes Tramlines Unemployment Slump
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Cotton mill strike of 1932 during the Great Depression. The image showcases the intense clash between demonstrators and police as they clear the streets. The scene is filled with tension, as protesters stand defiantly against their oppressors. The dilapidated buildings in the background serve as a stark reminder of the economic slump that plagued the nation at this time. Unemployment rates were soaring, leaving many desperate for change. In an attempt to maintain order, mounted police officers charge through the streets on horseback, while others push forward on foot. Tramlines run parallel to them, symbolizing both progress and confinement. This photograph not only documents a significant event but also serves as a testament to industrial action during this era. It highlights how ordinary people fought for their rights amidst dire circumstances. Captured by an English photographer from Bridgeman Images' private collection, this image offers us a glimpse into history's tumultuous past. As we look upon it today, we are reminded of our collective resilience and determination in times of adversity.
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