jul 14, 1877 - Great Railroad Strike of 1877
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Railroad workers went on strike to argue for better work conditions and shorter hours
Brought negative feedback to labor unions because it caused lots of violence
Caused workers from other industries to join, which worsened the economy
Only had short term success, the strikers gained nothing significant in return
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