Publisher's Synopsis
""30,000 Locked Out: The Great Strike Of The Building Trades In Chicago (1887)"" is a historical account written by James C. Beeks. The book details the events surrounding the strike of 30,000 building trade workers in Chicago in 1887. The workers, who were demanding better wages and working conditions, were met with resistance from their employers and the government. The book explores the causes and consequences of the strike, as well as the social and political climate of the time. Beeks draws on primary sources, including newspaper articles and court documents, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the strike. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor relations in the United States and the struggle for workers' rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
