The Armies of Labor: A Chronicle of the Organized Wage-Earners

Name: The Armies of Labor: A Chronicle of the Organized Wage-Earners
Author: Samuel Peter Orth

By Samuel Peter Orth

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The work surveys the origins, growth, and struggles of organized wage-earners in the United States, beginning with economic and institutional roots and the disruptions of industrial technology. It follows early labor formation, periods of social reform and experimental communities, and the revival of union activity amid economic crises. The narrative examines the rise of trade unions and railway brotherhoods, internal debates over consolidation and federation, confrontations between labor and capital including radical currents, and the movement's political engagements. Chapters combine chronological narrative with thematic analysis and conclude with bibliographical notes and an index.

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Samuel Peter Orth

Samuel Peter Orth was an American author and historian known for his insightful explorations of social and political themes in early 20th-century America. His notable works include "Our Foreigners: A Chronicle of Americans in the Making," which examines the immigrant experience and its impact on American identity. Orth also contributed to discussions on labor and politics through titles like "The Armies of Labor: A Chronicle of the Organized Wage-Earners" and "The Boss and the Machine: A Chronicle of the Politicians and Party Organization." His writings reflect a keen interest in the dynamics of democracy and socialism in Europe, making him a significant figure in the discourse of his time.