IT’S HISTORY

Chicago's South Side Nightmare - The Rise and Fall of Pullman's Utopia


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In the late 19th century, George Pullman built an ideal company town on Chicago's South Side for his workers. The town was complete with schools, churches, and parks, but also had strict rules and regulations that residents had to abide by. However, tensions rose as workers protested low wages and poor living conditions. The town became a nightmare when Pullman refused to negotiate with the workers, leading to a strike that lasted for months and resulted in violence and deaths. Join us as we explore the rise and fall of Pullman's utopia and the impact it had on labor rights in America.

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IT’S HISTORYBy Ryan Socash

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