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Labor History

The struggles and triumphs of American labor, the backbone of this country.
History of the UMWA
A brief history from the site for the United Mine Workers of America.Founded in 1890 in Columbus Ohio, the UMWA has always been a leader in the labor struggles of America.
An Eclectic List of Events in U.S. Labor History
One of Allen Lutins' many fine labor sites, these highlights of American labor history covers the period from 1806-1989.
The Pullman Strike
A good site on what was the first national strike in our nation's history.

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