The Great Steel Strike and Its Lessons: The American Strike of 1919, its Causes

Description: The Great Steel Strike and Its Lessons: The American Strike of 1919, its Causes and the Labor Unions Involved by William Z. Foster Trade unionist and Marxist politician William Z. Foster explains the organization and failure of the steel strike in 1919, an action which saw much of Americas metal industry grind to a halt.The metal industries had, owing to great leaps in technological advancement, shed many jobs during the early 20th century. This precarious situation, plus the fact that unions had been curbed after a number of violent actions in the 1890s, led to the situation of laborers becoming unbearable. Shortly after Armistice Day marked the end of World War I, a surge of discontentment was accompanied by organization of labor and strike action.Although successful for a number of weeks, to the point where President Woodrow Wilson had to intervene and placate the workers on strike, the owners of the mills mounted an effective campaign which eroded public support for the strikers. Police brutality against striking steelworkers was recorded, with several such incidents being unprovoked. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Long Description Trade unionist and Marxist politician William Z. Foster explains the organization and failure of the steel strike in 1919, an action which saw much of Americas metal industry grind to a halt. The metal industries had, owing to great leaps in technological advancement, shed many jobs during the early 20th century. This precarious situation, plus the fact that unions had been curbed after a number of violent actions in the 1890s, led to the situation of laborers becoming unbearable. Shortly after Armistice Day marked the end of World War I, a surge of discontentment was accompanied by organization of labor and strike action. Although successful for a number of weeks, to the point where President Woodrow Wilson had to intervene and placate the workers on strike, the owners of the mills mounted an effective campaign which eroded public support for the strikers. Police brutality against striking steelworkers was recorded, with several such incidents being unprovoked. Details ISBN0359746829 Author William Z. Foster Pages 144 Publisher Lulu.com Year 2019 ISBN-10 0359746829 ISBN-13 9780359746828 Format Paperback Publication Date 2019-06-23 Imprint Lulu.com Place of Publication Morrisville Country of Publication United States DEWEY 331.89286914 Short Title The Great Steel Strike and Its Lessons Language English Subtitle The American Strike of 1919, Its Causes and the Labor Unions Involved UK Release Date 2019-06-23 AU Release Date 2019-06-23 NZ Release Date 2019-06-23 US Release Date 2019-06-23 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133988832;

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