The American Republic And The Debs Insurrection (1895)

By Zephaniah Swift Holbrook

Book Overview

The American Republic and the Debs Insurrection is a historical book written by Zephaniah Swift Holbrook and published in 1895. The book provides an account of the Debs Insurrection, a labor strike and boycott that occurred in the United States in 1894. The strike was led by Eugene V. Debs, a prominent labor leader and socialist, and involved the American Railway Union, which had over 150,000 members at the time.Holbrook's book offers a detailed analysis of the events leading up to the Debs Insurrection, including the economic and social conditions that contributed to the labor unrest. Holbrook also provides an overview of the legal and political response to the strike, including the involvement of the federal government and the use of military force to suppress the strike.The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the labor movement and the struggle for workers' rights in the late 19th century. It offers valuable insights into the political and social context of the Debs Insurrection and provides a critical perspective on the role of the state in regulating labor relations. Overall, The American Republic and the Debs Insurrection is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, labor relations, or social justice movements.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116588660X
• ISBN13: 9781165886609
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"