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Pickets outside a Burnley Mill during a strike. These at Burnley in October 1931 look
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Pickets outside a Burnley Mill during a strike. These at Burnley in October 1931 look
Pickets outside a Burnley Mill during a strike. These at Burnley in October 1931 look more weary than militant but women raise a smile for the press photographers. October 1931
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Manchester Evening News Archive
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Burnley
Lancashire
England
Media ID 21732030
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Britain British Isles Burnley Cotton Great Britain Labour Issues Lancashire Medium Group Of People Mill Pickets Strike Strikes Trade Unions
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Pickets outside a Burnley Mill during a strike. These at Burnley in October 1931 look more weary than militant but women raise a smile for the press photographers. October 1931. In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the heart of Britain's industrial revolution in the early 20th century. The image captures a group of pickets gathered outside a Burnley Mill during an intense strike in October 1931. The faces of these men and women tell stories of exhaustion and resilience as they stand united against labor issues that plagued their industry. Their tired eyes reflect the hardships they have endured, yet there is an undeniable determination etched on their faces. Amongst them, however, are brave women who manage to muster up smiles for the press photographers capturing this historic moment. Their defiance shines through as they challenge societal norms and contribute to the fight for workers' rights. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by those working tirelessly within Lancashire's cotton industry during this era. It symbolizes unity amongst trade unions and highlights their unwavering commitment towards achieving better working conditions for all. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember these courageous individuals who stood together against adversity, leaving an indelible mark on British history.
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