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may 11, 1894 - Pullman Strike

Description:

In Chicago and Illinois from May to Mid July 1894, railroad workers went on strike. They fought 12 hour work days and wage cuts. Effectively shut down railroad traffic west of Chicago. President Grover Cleveland sent troops.

Added to timeline:

13 Nov 2018

Date:

may 11, 1894
Now
~ 130 years ago