Tag: Labor Activism

The Pullman Strike (1894) Explained

The Pullman Strike was a nationwide railroad strike in 1894 that resulted in violent clashes between workers and the government, leading to significant labor reforms.

The Haymarket Affair (1886) Explained

The Haymarket Affair was a labor protest turned violent in Chicago, resulting in the deaths of several people and the subsequent persecution of anarchist leaders.

Steel strike of 1919 Explained

The Steel strike of 1919 was a major labor conflict in the United States that involved over 350,000 steelworkers demanding higher wages and improved working conditions.

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