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The Evolution and Impact of Company Towns
This chapter explores the origins and dynamics of company towns in America, examining how employers established communities to house their workers in remote locations. It discusses the contrasting motivations behind these towns, from benevolence to profit, and highlights significant case studies like the Ludlow Massacre. The conversation also considers the future of company towns in light of modern transportation and the influence of charismatic founders on community development.
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