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The Italian Hall Disaster
Episode 90 • 6th January 2026 • Michigan History Moment • LCC Connect
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The Copper Country strike of 1913 in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula marked a significant moment in labor history, culminating in a tragic event known as the Italian Hall disaster. This episode delves into the complexities of labor relations, the struggles of miners, and the societal impacts of industrialization in early 20th-century America.

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