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The 1937 Chicago Steel Strike: Blood on the Prairie

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The book explores the Memorial Day Massacre of 1937, a pivotal event in American labor history where police violently confronted picketers at Republic Steel's South Chicago plant, resulting in ten deaths and numerous injuries. It delves into the chaotic aftermath, highlighting the conflicting conclusions drawn from local and congressional investigations. Through extensive research, John Hogan presents insights from various perspectives, including union leaders and a long-hidden National Guard observer, shedding light on this tragic confrontation and its historical significance.

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The 1937 Chicago Steel Strike: Blood on the Prairie, John F. Hogan

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2014
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