The Midland Railway Study Centre Assemblage Trails

THE MIDLAND RAILWAY ASSEMBLAGE TRAILS
"The Enthusiast's Trail"
Stop Three: The 1911 Strike Mug

On through the arch into the main area of The Assemblage bearing left to Ceramics.

A large ceramic mug bearing a lot of information inclusing a cartoon 'yokel' and the title M.R. Strike 1911.

Stop 3

Where: E17 green

What: 1911 strike pint mug

Material: China

Why: Industrial relations on the railway, as with most industries, is a deep and fascinating subject. The 1911 strike was the first national withdrawal of labour on the railways and the government of the day were forced into drastic action, sending troops to try and ensure the railways were kept running ... as illustrated below. The strike only lasted two days, but it achieved its aim and the positive impact on the terms and conditions of railway workers was significant.

Ref: RFB10985

A photograph of troops parading on the platform of Ambergate Station to the great interest of locals. There is a caption which reads Railway Strike 1911 2nd R.D.F. Ambergate