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The Ludlow Massacre Site

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The Harsh Realities of Coal Mining in Early 1900s Colorado

Exploring the historical context of the Ludlow Massacre in early 1910s Southern Colorado, highlighting the struggles of coal miners, the United Mine Workers' strike for basic rights, and the violent clashes with mining companies. The chapter also discusses the establishment of the Ludlow Colony in response to evictions, depicting the harsh living conditions and organizing efforts of the miners.

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