The great strike of the Northumberland and Durham coalfield, 1844 - Derrik Scott

A photograph of an early Durham miners' Gala

A photograph of an early Durham miners' Gala

Historical information about a big strike of miners in the UK in 1844, including the background of previous disputes in 1831 and 1765.

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