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The Homestead Strike was a dark chapter from "summary" of Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie by Andrew Carnegie
The Homestead Strike of 1892 was one of the most tragic events in the history of labor relations in the United States. It was a dark chapter that stained the reputation of the Carnegie Steel Company, the town of Homestead, and myself. The strike was a violent clash between the workers and the company that resulted in bloodshed and loss of life. The workers at the Homestead Steel Works were pushed to the breaking point due to poor working conditions, low wages, and lack of job security. When the company proposed a reduction in wages, the workers decided to go on strike. In response, the company brought in Pinkerton detectives to break the strike, which led to a violent confrontation at the plant. The battle between the workers and the Pinkertons was bloody and brutal, with casualties on both sides. The violence shocked the nation and tarnished t...
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