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Brotherhood Of Railroad Trainmen: With Special Reference To The Life Of Alexander F. Whitney

Brotherhood Of Railroad Trainmen: With Special Reference To The Life Of Alexander F. Whitney

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Historical FiguresLiterary Figures20th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1432561375
ISBN13: 9781432561376
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 304
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.68 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen: With Special Reference to the Life of Alexander F. Whitney written by Walter F. McCaleb is a comprehensive account of the history and development of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, a labor union formed to protect the rights and interests of railroad workers in the United States.The book focuses on the life and work of Alexander F. Whitney, a prominent leader and organizer of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, and his contributions to the growth and success of the union. Whitney was instrumental in negotiating better working conditions and wages for railroad workers, and his efforts helped to establish the union as a powerful force in the labor movement.Through detailed research and analysis, McCaleb provides a thorough examination of the challenges and obstacles faced by the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, including conflicts with management and government, as well as internal struggles within the union itself. The book also explores the broader social and political context of the time, and how the labor movement was impacted by economic and social changes in the early 20th century.Overall, Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of labor unions and the struggles of workers to secure their rights and dignity in the face of powerful economic and political forces.The History Of The Railroad Labor Union The Brotherhood Of Railroad Trainmen, Founded In Oneonta, New York, In 1883.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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