The General Strike day-by-day

What happened before, during and after the General Strike? Use our day-by-day summary of events to find out, and follow the links to see key documents relating to the dispute.

Cartoon. One side shows miners being forced to work underground in harsh and dangerous conditions. The other side shows political leaders, including Baldwin, drinking champagne.

Build-up

Hyde Park during the General Strike.

Day One

Crowds outside the offices of the Daily Herald newspaper.

Day Two

Police on horseback, chasing protestors.

Day Three

Special Constables with the Lord Mayor of London.

Day Four

Military escort for food convey, London.

Day Five

Mass meeting in Doncaster.

Day Six

The 'Flying Scotsman' train, derailed.

Day Seven

Two men, including Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin (on the right).

Day Eight

Crowd by Downing Street, London.

Day Nine

Two photos headed 'Waiting to return to work'. Both show groups of people.

Aftermath