The Sons of Molly Maguire

The Irish Roots of America's First Labor War

Autori

• Mark Bulik

Parametri

• 380 pagine
• 14 ore di lettura

• Irlanda
• Politica
• Saggistica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Storia

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The narrative delves into the origins of the Molly Maguires, a secret society of Irish peasant assassins that re-emerged in Pennsylvania's coal region. It intertwines true-life crime, the Irish potato famine, the Civil War, and the rise of the American labor movement. The Mollies organized strikes and clashed with coal companies, marking a significant chapter in America's class warfare. The book sheds light on the cultural roots and historical context that shaped this tumultuous struggle, revealing a lesser-known aspect of labor history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2015

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