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The Strike - Hitting him Hard, 1861
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The Strike - Hitting him Hard, 1861
The Strike - Hitting him Hard, 1861. Illustrating the plight of the worker committed to a union. The union man, involved in a strike over which he now has no control, has been made homeless and destitute. He is dirty, shabby and emaciated, in stark contrast to the non-union man who, clad in shining light coloured clothes, clean and clean-shaven, carries his bag of tools to work. He gives his fellow worker a coin which he has been able to earn in a further illustration of the perceived ills of being involved in union activity, remarking Ah, Bill! I was afraid what Your Union would end in. From Punch, or the London Charivari, June 22, 1861
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The Strike - Hitting him Hard, 1861
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is a powerful visual representation of the struggles faced by workers committed to a union during the 19th century. This poignant illustration captures the stark contrast between two individuals, highlighting the devastating consequences of being involved in union activity. In this engraving, we see a destitute and emaciated union man who has been rendered homeless due to his participation in a strike that he no longer controls. His dirty and shabby appearance stands in sharp contrast to the non-union man standing beside him. Clad in clean and shining light-colored clothes, with a bag of tools slung over his shoulder, this individual represents those who have chosen not to join the union. The non-union man's act of charity towards his fellow worker further emphasizes society's perception of unions as detrimental. As he hands over a coin earned through work, he remarks on his fears about what "Your Union would end in". This gesture highlights how union involvement can lead to poverty and desperation. Through this thought-provoking cartoon from Punch magazine, we are transported back to an era where trade unions were seen as disruptive forces that could result in homelessness and unemployment for their members. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by workers fighting for fair treatment and better working conditions during that time period. This black-and-white print encapsulates both historical significance and social commentary on labor movements while evoking empathy for those caught up in these tumultuous times.
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