The Fight for Maritime Unity

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Documentary on the need for solidarity between all maritime unions, showing cautionary examples of strikebreaking methods.

Released December 31, 1946

Overview

This film speaks to the need for solidarity between all maritime unions, vividly recounting the 1934 West Coast waterfront strike, which culminated in a police riot in which two workers were killed, and led to further strikes and greater solidarity. Includes a great score with union hymns performed by Pete Seeger and Joe Jaffe, and a filmed introduction by Joseph Curran, president of the NMU.

Runtime

0h 31m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

The Fight for Maritime Unity


Status

Released


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