jan 1, 1892 - 1892 - The Homestead Strike opposed the planned wage decrease by the Carnegie Steel Company. It culminated with a battle between strikers and private security, including the Pinkerton company. In the end, the strikers were defeated, and the unionization of the steel industry was set back significantly. The Homestead Strike was representative of the general success of unions in the late 19th century.
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jan 1, 1892
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