Unit 6: Set 6: Capitol Fire - The Strike - Photos

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The Strike | Andreas Risem | Photos

In February 1933, common laborers
pour cement on the capitol roof.
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Strikers picket capitol grounds. May 1933.
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These National Guard officers patrolled the
capitol grounds during the strike.
Adjutant General Herman Brocopp stands at left.
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Strikers gather in front of the capitol
to discuss their situation.
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Strikers attack a delivery truck on May 24.
Several men were injured and strikers were jailed.
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Photographer Andreas Risem identified the speaker
addressing this group of strikers as a communist.
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Strikers are notified of a settlement and all workers are anxious to resume work on the building.
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