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Hop Pickers Demo
16th May 1908: Hop-pickers demonstration and march along the Embankment in London. They demand an import levy on foreign hops. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12019952
1900 1909 Banner Sign Brewing British Culture Crowd England Black H Lab Demo Labor Politics Protest Strike Industrial Action Thames Embankment Hop Pickers
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a historic moment in British labor history - the Hop Pickers Demo of 16th May 1908. The image shows hop-pickers marching along the Embankment in London, demanding an import levy on foreign hops. The crowd is filled with passion and determination as they fight for their rights in the brewing industry.
The scene is a snapshot of a time when marches and demonstrations were common forms of protest against unfair working conditions and economic policies. The banner held high by the demonstrators signifies unity and strength in numbers, as they stand together to make their voices heard.
The Thames Embankment provides a dramatic backdrop to this important moment in British culture and politics. The photo captures not only the physical presence of the protesters but also the energy and emotion that fueled their cause.
As we look back on this archival image, we are reminded of the struggles faced by workers in industries like brewing and winemaking during this period. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of labor rights, while also highlighting the importance of standing up for what is fair and just.
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