7. The Pullman Strike and Federal Intervention
In 1894, the Pullman Strike erupted after drastic wage cuts, paralyzing rail traffic nationwide. Workers united in protest, but the situation escalated when President Cleveland deployed federal troops to break the strike. Clashes turned violent, resulting in deaths and widespread rail disruption. This dramatic intervention revealed the government’s readiness to side with industry and suppress labor unrest. Discover the full story at History.com.
