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John W. Sutcliffe, Michael Prendergast, and Liverpool Transport Strike white plaque

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John W. Sutcliffe, Michael Prendergast, and Liverpool Transport Strike white plaque
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This white commemorative plaque records: 1911 Transport Strike At this site on 15th August 1911 John W. Sutcliffe a 19-year old carter was shot dead by British Troops during the Liverpool Transport Strike. Further up Vauxhall Road Michael Prendergast a 30-year old docker was also fatally injured. Many others were injured including women and children. On behalf of all working-class people we remember the sacrifices they made fighting for Trade Union and Political Rights. Solidarity Forever
John W. Sutcliffe and Michael Prendergast were killed during the 1911 Liverpool Transport Strike, a significant event in labor history where British troops intervened against striking workers, highlighting the struggles for trade union rights and worker protections in early 20th century Britain.

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