Paterson Silk Strike of 1913

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This paper discusses the details of the Paterson Silk Strike of 1913 and examines the larger issue of the American labor movement during that time. The paper discusses the relationship between the strike and the labor movement in order to gain a better understanding of the story of the economic, social and ethnic history of the United States during that time period.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
How And Why The Paterson Silk Strike Began
The Paterson Silk Strike Of 1913
Fallout From The Paterson Silk Strike
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The Paterson Silk Strike was not the first of its kind, nor was it the last. As has been discussed, this strike was an important preview of events to come, and was indicative of the awesome potential of strength in numbers. Perhaps just as important, in conclusion, is the realization that it is the nature of the human spirit to always want to move forward and improve, and without such motivation, it is highly unlikely that the United States, or any nation for that matter, would progress in any meaningful way. Without leaders and unity, all is lost; therefore, the lessons learned in the spring and summer of 1913 must never be forgotten."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Adams, Graham Jr. Age of Industrial Violence, 1910-15; The Activities and Findings of the United States Commission on Industrial Relations. New York: Columbia University Press, 1966.
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• Foner, Philip S. History of the Labor Movement in the United States. Vol. 4. New York: International Publishers, 1997.
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