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Business Fluctuations and the American Labor Movement: 1915-1922

Business Fluctuations and the American Labor Movement: 1915-1922

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EconomicsLabor20th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1025325141
ISBN13: 9781025325149
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 156
Weight: 0.50
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Business Fluctuations and the American Labor Movement, 1915-1922 offers an in-depth analytical look at the dynamic interplay between the United States economy and the growth of organized labor during one of the most transformative eras in modern history. Spanning the period of the First World War and its immediate aftermath, this study examines how the highs and lows of the business cycle directly impacted union membership, collective bargaining power, and the overall trajectory of the labor movement.

V. W. Lanfear investigates the correlation between industrial prosperity and the rise of trade unions, as well as the challenges posed by post-war economic contractions. The work explores themes of inflation, wage adjustments, and the shifting attitudes of both the government and the public toward labor rights during times of national crisis and recovery. By focusing on this specific seven-year window, the text provides essential insights into the structural vulnerabilities and strengths of American workers within a fluctuating capitalistic system.

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