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What is the Carnegie Steel Company?
Who was Henry Clay Frick?
He was Carnegie's supplier of coke and his right hand man, anti-union, in charge during the Homestead Strike.
The Homestead Strike occurred in 1892 against the Homestead Steel Works due to wage cuts.
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Who was the founder of the Carnegie Steel Company?
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A strike is a nonviolent refusal to continue to work until a ___ is resolved.
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What is a militia?
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What is the Pinkerton National Detective Agency known for?
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What is the Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers?
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Study Notes
Carnegie Steel Company
- Founded by Andrew Carnegie, it was a dominant force in the iron and steel industry in the U.S.
- Based in Homestead, Pennsylvania, where significant labor disputes occurred.
Henry Clay Frick
- Served as Carnegie's primary coke supplier and close associate.
- Noted for his anti-union stance, significantly contributing to the violent events of the Homestead Strike.
- Responsible for the violent response during the strike, leading to the use of strikebreakers.
Homestead Strike (1892)
- Marked as one of the most violent labor disputes in U.S. history.
- Originated from wage cuts at Homestead Steel Works, part of Carnegie Steel Company.
- The riot involved Pinkerton detectives and state militia, exacerbating negative perceptions of labor unions.
Andrew Carnegie
- Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist; key figure in the development of the steel industry.
- His company significantly influenced the American economy and industrial landscape by 1901.
Strike
- Defined as a nonviolent refusal to work until specific grievances are addressed.
- A common tactic employed by labor unions to demand better conditions or pay.
Militia
- A military force composed of civilian volunteers who can be called upon in emergencies.
- Played a pivotal role in suppressing labor disputes, including the Homestead Strike.
Pinkerton National Detective Agency
- A prominent private detective agency known for their role in labor disputes and tracking criminals.
- Their involvement in the Homestead Strike contributed to the violent outcomes.
Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers
- Formed in 1876, this labor union aimed to represent the interests of iron and steel workers across the United States.
- Central to the labor movement during the late 19th century, particularly at the time of the Homestead Strike.
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