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The Arizona Labor Management War of 1901-1921: A Century Collection of Conflict and Resolution

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The Arizona Labor Management War of 1901-1921 was a period of intense conflict between labor unions and management in the copper mining industry of Arizona. The war was characterized by violence, strikes, and political maneuvering, and it had a lasting impact on the state's labor relations landscape.

This century collection provides a comprehensive overview of the war, including its causes, key events, and its resolution. The collection includes primary source documents, such as newspaper articles, union records, and government reports, as well as secondary source materials, such as scholarly articles and books.

Forging the Copper Collar: Arizona's Labor-Management War of 1901–1921 (Century Collection)

by James W. Byrkit

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Causes of the War

The Arizona Labor Management War was caused by a number of factors, including:

* The rapid growth of the copper mining industry in Arizona in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. * The influx of a large number of immigrant workers into the state, who were often willing to work for lower wages and under worse conditions than native-born workers. * The formation of labor unions, which sought to improve the wages, hours, and working conditions of miners. * The resistance of management to unionization, and its use of violence and intimidation to suppress union activity.

Key Events of the War

The Arizona Labor Management War was marked by a number of key events, including:

* The Bisbee Deportation of 1917, in which over 1,200 striking miners were rounded up and deported from the state. * The Jerome Riot of 1918, in which a group of striking miners clashed with police and National Guardsmen, resulting in the deaths of three people. * The Miami Massacre of 1919, in which six striking miners were killed by National Guardsmen.

Resolution of the War

The Arizona Labor Management War was finally resolved in 1921, with the signing of a peace treaty between the unions and management. The treaty established a number of important principles, including the right of workers to organize and bargain collectively, and the obligation of management to respect the rights of workers.

Legacy of the War

The Arizona Labor Management War had a lasting impact on the state's labor relations landscape. The war led to the passage of a number of laws that protected the rights of workers, and it helped to establish a more cooperative relationship between labor and management.

The war also left a legacy of violence and bitterness, which continues to this day. The events of the war are often invoked by both sides in labor disputes, and they serve as a reminder of the importance of finding peaceful solutions to conflicts.

The Arizona Labor Management War of 1901-1921 was a complex and violent conflict that had a lasting impact on the state's labor relations landscape. This century collection provides a comprehensive overview of the war, including its causes, key events, and its resolution. The collection is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor relations in Arizona and the United States.

Forging the Copper Collar: Arizona's Labor-Management War of 1901–1921 (Century Collection)

by James W. Byrkit

4 out of 5