The Battle of Orgreave Archive (An Injury to One is an Injury to All) 2001

Editor: Jeremy Deller's "The Battle of Orgreave Archive (An Injury to One is an Injury to All)" seems to bring together a collection of materials. It gives off the feeling of piecing together a historical narrative. How does its display shape our understanding of the events? Curator: Deller’s work brings the politics of memory to the forefront. The archive, displayed within the institution of the museum, invites us to consider how historical events, particularly those involving conflict and social unrest, are framed and remembered, doesn't it? Editor: Yes, it does! It almost feels like he's challenging the official narrative by giving space to these alternative documents. Curator: Precisely. And think about the title; it's a powerful statement about collective solidarity against injustice. How does the title resonate with you in the context of the miners' strike? Editor: It highlights how the miners saw the attacks on one of them as an attack on all. It makes me question whose stories are deemed important enough to preserve and display. Curator: Exactly. It’s a powerful reminder of the role art can play in shaping public memory.