Historical information

The General Strike took place in 1926 in Britain. The nine day strike across many industries was called by the Trades Union Congress to protect pay rates and working conditions for coal miners.

Significance

Relevant to the General Strike and to history of trade unionism in Britain.

Physical description

Paper; book.

Cover: collage - picture of 6 men superimposed over a copy of the British Worker; background is white with red text; blue spine.

Inscriptions & markings

Front cover: title and author's name.