Mexican Labor and World War II

Braceros in the Pacific Northwest, 1942-1947

Autori

• Erasmo Gamboa

Parametri

Pagine

208pagine

Tempo di lettura

8ore

• Storia

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Focusing on the often-overlooked contributions of Mexican migrant workers, the book examines the bracero program during World War II and its impact on labor history in the Pacific Northwest. It highlights the significant role that Mexican and Chicano workers played in the agriculture of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, providing a vital account that enriches our understanding of farm labor in the region. This study aims to bring visibility to their experiences and contributions, filling a crucial gap in written labor history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2000

(In brossura)