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The Homestead Strike of 1892
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During the Homestead strike of 1892, 3000 workers occupied the plant and took over the town of Homestead for the first time in American history. The strike was met with a failed aquatic landing attempt by the Pinkertons and ultimately led to the destruction of the union.

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