In the depths of the Kentucky coal mines, a fierce battle raged in December 1931. The National Miners Union (N.M.U.) led the heroic miners in a desperate fight against the brutal operators who had brought the workers to their knees. The strike was a testament to the miners’ unwavering spirit and their demand for a better life.
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Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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