What was the Ludlow Massacre? Chapter One: The Colorado Coal Rush

Unions and governments have a fraught history filled with tension and conflict. The chilling tale of the Ludlow Massacre reveals how corruption and exploitation plagued laborers seeking rights during the Colorado Coal Rush. Miners faced dangerous conditions and economic oppression in company towns, often paid in tokens. The struggle for better working conditions ignited violent clashes, notably involving the infamous Baldwin-Feltz Detective Agency. This harrowing account intertwines historical and modern labor issues, emphasizing the ongoing fight for workers' rights.