The Centralia Conspiracy by Ralph Chaplin

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Author Chaplin, Ralph, 1887-1961
Title The Centralia Conspiracy
Note Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Curtis A. Weyant
Summary "The Centralia Conspiracy" by Ralph Chaplin is a detailed historical account written during the early 20th century. This work examines the tragic events surrounding the Centralia Massacre of 1919, where violence erupted between members of the American Legion and the Industrial Workers of the World (I.W.W.), leading to chaos, death, and a legal struggle that ensued thereafter. The author delves into the complexities of class struggle and the struggle between organized labor and capitalist interests, providing insights into the motivations behind the clash and exploring what the author perceives as a conspiracy against the labor movement in the Pacific Northwest. The opening of the book sets a serious and investigative tone, outlining the context of the Centralia tragedy on Armistice Day. Chaplin argues against the notion that the shootings were simply unprovoked murders, suggesting instead that the union loggers acted in self-defense amid an orchestrated attack by disgruntled local business interests. He references various testimonies and evidence that imply the American Legion's actions were premeditated, designed to provoke violence against laborers. As the narrative unfolds, it also illuminates the broader issues of capitalist greed, labor rights, and the ongoing conflicts faced by workers striving for equity and dignity in their livelihoods. This analysis provides a compelling foundation for understanding the tumultuous history of labor relations in America, particularly focusing on the struggles faced by lumber workers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
Subject Industrial Workers of the World
Subject Lumber trade -- Washington (State)
Subject Centralia Massacre, Centralia, Wash., 1919
Category Text
EBook-No. 10725
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 20, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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