Protests and activism

About this gallery

This gallery gathers scenes from protests and activist rallies photographed in France. Red dominates: red flags held aloft, raised fists, union banners, in marches where young activists mix with older participants. Several images return to this same red-flag motif, caught at distinct gatherings, each time amid a dense crowd with many young participants.

Another photo shows a motorcade carrying an elected official passing by the edge of a rally. Most of the shots are in color, taken close to the crowd, in a reportage style; one, in black and white, frames a man caught up with a flag in the middle of the city. Faces are rarely identifiable: the focus falls on gesture, symbol and numbers rather than on the people photographed.

These photos suit an article on social movements, union or political life in France, a civic education or contemporary history course, or a press feature. Royalty-free, they can be downloaded for free on Pexels.