CARLETONVILLE, SOUTH AFRICA: Gold miners gather at Gold Fields KDC West Mine under the watch of police members on September 13, 2012 in Carletonville, South Africa. Miners have embarked on an illegal strike to air their labour grievances and their unhappiness with the leadership of the National Union of Mineworkers. (Photo by Gallo Images / Dino Lloyd)

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Gallo Images / Alamy Stock Photo

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CM1G2A

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3403 x 2260 px | 28.8 x 19.1 cm | 11.3 x 7.5 inches | 300dpi

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13 September 2012

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Nerissa D'Alton

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

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