Annals of the great strikes in the United States : A reliable history and graphic description of the causes and thrilling events of the labor strikes and riots of 1877

This work offers a detailed, first‑hand look at the massive labor upheaval that swept the United States in 1877. Drawing on reports from rail yards, factories, and city streets, it traces how thousands of workers halted trains, shut mills, and confronted militia forces from Baltimore to Pittsburgh within just a few days. The narrative captures the urgency of a nation newly emerging from civil war, suddenly grappling with questions of wages, working conditions, and the limits of authority.

Compiled by a former newspaper editor, the account weaves contemporary newspaper excerpts, eyewitness sketches, and a clear chronology into a readable, illustrated history. It emphasizes how ordinary men and women organized spontaneous strikes, while also noting the noisy presence of agitators and outside theorists. Listeners will gain a sense of the era’s tension and the broader social debates that followed, making the book a valuable window onto a pivotal moment in American labor history.