"MINNEAPOLIS IS PLACED UNDER MARTIAL LAW BECAUSE OF STRIKE Photo shows members of the Minnesota National Guard on duty at street corner near armory where they are making their headquarters while in city, Governor Floyd Olson declared martial law throughout Minneapolis and Hennepin County, to be started at noon, July 26, with Adj. General Ellard A. Walsh in charge. because of claim that civil authorities were not able to cope with rioting in connection with truck drivers strike. Credit Line: Acme 7/26/34"
A blog archiving the history of struggle-based, rank-and-file led, militant trade unions through pamphlets, photos & other union ephemera. This blog focuses on C.I.O. unions (1935-1955), and the American "Left's" involvement in social movements. An injury to one is an injury to all!