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Please correct the spelling of A Philip Randolph throughout the title and page. In addition, the typographical errors presented in Randolph’s letter to White were not present in the original document linked to the page. Leaving such typographical errors reduces the credibility of the original author.

I find this very interesting, because till this day there is still Native American Reservations and some of them do not like you crossing or visiting their reservations. 
 

 
This passage talks about how industrialization caused a rise in labor unrest, particularly in the railroad industry, which was backed by a lot of capital and government support. Workers felt powerless as their skills became less important in a mass-producing economy. With long hours, dangerous conditions, and low wages, many workers decided to organize and fight against the power of big companies.

The citation found at the bottom should be 30-32 not 80-82
 

It’s pretty intense how the courts, police, and state militias couldn’t handle the strikes, and it took federal troops to finally put an end to it. When the Pennsylvania militia couldn’t manage it, the government had to step in, and even in West Virginia, they had to break the strike themselves. The deployment of soldiers across northern rail lines to suppress protests and reopen railways shows just how serious the situation was. It’s shocking that nearly 100 people died during “The Great Upheaval” and that workers caused around $40 million in damage. This whole event really changed the landscape for labor in the U.S., pushing for the need for unions and showing businesses the importance of political influence. It’s like a foreshadowing of the labor conflicts that would follow for decades.

 This passage shows the intense conflict between workers and authorities during the strikes of 1877. Business leaders and politicians prioritized restoring order over workers’ rights, leading to violent confrontations. The quote from Thomas Andrew Scott highlights the harsh attitudes towards strikers, suggesting a disregard for their grievances. Overall, it emphasizes the struggle for labor rights and the need for reform during this turbulent time in American history.
 

This is really interesting! The Great Railroad Strike of 1877 shows how tough things were for workers back then. It’s crazy that even with government support, they still had to deal with wage cuts. I didn’t realize how significant this event was for future labor movements.

I really appreciate the collaborative effort behind The American Yawp. It’s amazing to see how we can all contribute to making history more accessible and engaging. I’m excited to check out this chapter and see how I can help improve it!

Change William Sheridan to Philip Sheridan

It is for me too