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The Historical Significance of Labor Strikes in West Virginia
42:07 - 47:35 (05:28)
Labor strikes in West Virginia had a significant impact on the medieval-style warfare tactics used during that period. Shadow run and other cyberpunk creators drew inspiration from this history when crafting their stories.
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The authors of popular cyberpunk works like Shadow Run were keenly aware of labor history and the erosion of worker rights.
42:07 - 44:05 (01:58)
Summary
The authors of popular cyberpunk works like Shadow Run were keenly aware of labor history and the erosion of worker rights. This is evident in the dystopian settings they imagined and the themes they explored.
ChapterThe Historical Significance of Labor Strikes in West Virginia
EpisodePart One: The Second American Civil War You Never Learned About
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Battle of Blair Mountain saw union miners face off against mine operators and government forces in a violent clash in the West Virginia coalfields.
44:05 - 45:59 (01:53)
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The Battle of Blair Mountain saw union miners face off against mine operators and government forces in a violent clash in the West Virginia coalfields. The conflict was sparked by efforts to unionize the mines, and the miners were met with fierce opposition from the mine operators, including the use of hired gun thugs and the National Guard.
ChapterThe Historical Significance of Labor Strikes in West Virginia
EpisodePart One: The Second American Civil War You Never Learned About
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The use of fortifications made of wood and sandbags have been prevalent in history as a key defense mechanism.
45:59 - 47:35 (01:35)
Summary
The use of fortifications made of wood and sandbags have been prevalent in history as a key defense mechanism. While wood was commonly used in the past, sandbags have become a more preferred option in modern times due to their effectiveness against modern firearms.