Dockers presenting themselves for work.

Dockers presenting themselves for work. © National Maritime Museum, London

Repro ID: H3183

Description: The majority of workers in the port were casual labourers taken on for the day. Sometimes the dockers would only be taken on for a few hours. Twice a day there was a 'call-on' at the docks and wharves when labour was hired for short periods. Only the lucky few would be selected, the rest would be sent home without reward.

Creator: Unknown

Date: early 20th century