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History 2: The golden ages of labor and looms

Planet Money Summer School

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The Luddite Rebellion: A Clash of Labor and Machines

This chapter recounts the historical uprising of the Luddites, workers who fought against automation in the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution. Led by the fictional Ned Ludd, they organized protests and vandalized machinery to protect their livelihoods, facing severe repercussions from the government and military. The narrative highlights the larger societal conflicts between skilled labor and technological advancements, revealing the struggles of workers in a rapidly changing economy.

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