Scabs were replacement workers in the 1800s during labor disputes, causing conflicts with striking workers. The term 'scabs' referred to workers willing to work during strikes, leading to tensions and violent clashes in labor disputes.
Scabs were replacement workers during labor disputes in the 1800s who were unpopular with striking workers. They were often involved in violent conflicts, as seen in events like the Homestead Strike of 1892, where Pinkerton detectives faced resistance from steel workers.
Companies used scabs to break strikes, and the term referred to workers willing to work despite the ongoing strike. This practice led to tensions and violence between striking workers and these replacement laborers.
Historical examples like the Ludlow Massacre in 1914 illustrate the extreme measures taken by companies, including using violent tactics with the aid of authorities, to suppress strikes and maintain control over labor movements.
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