Veterans from the epic 1984-5 miners’ strike in Lancashire gathered to mark the occasion at an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia and rally with speakers from the former coalfield and National Women Against Pit Closures.
The day-long event, organised by Chorley Trades Union Council was held at Coppull Royal British Legion, with over 70 people attending including strikers and their supporters from the time. They shared experiences about their role in sustaining the year long struggle, the hardships they endured and pride they felt at being part of the historic struggle.
“Our picket hut was also burnt out but we stood firm. We were joined by miners from South Wales where all the pits were out and solid so they came up to support the picket line and we put them up at our houses in the village.” Attendees enjoyed a buffet lunch and then heard from John Harris, a professional photographer who, with the support of the National Union of Mineworkers, documented the strike extensively.
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