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Introduction to The Pullman Strike and the Crisis of the 1890s

Cornell University eCommons

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  1. Social movements · 11 May–July 1894

    The Pullman Strike and National Rail Boycott

    Pullman factory and company-town district · United States

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    Why editors use it here

    Scholarly overview of the shop strike, national boycott, federal intervention, labor politics, and historical debates.

    1. Quick read

      Pullman Palace Car Company employees struck on 11 May 1894 after wage cuts left many unable to meet rents and expenses in the company-owned town.

      Reviewed 26 July 2026
    2. Trigger and conditions

      A grievance committee failed to win relief and several members were discharged.

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    3. Uncertainty

      The widespread boycott involved many cities and mixed peaceful refusal with property destruction and violent confrontation.

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    4. Why it matters

      Pullman links household economics to national infrastructure.

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