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1919 Strikes and Bombs—The Year of Upheaval

Why was 1919 such a chaotic year in American history? Find out the answer by investigating three key events that led to the "Red Scare": a series of massive labor strikes, growing fears about the international spread of Russian Communism, and a surge of anarchist bombings and race riots.

English
  • Runtime 31 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Company United States The Great Courses
  • Created January 11, 2025 by
    LifeofAF
  • Modified January 11, 2025 by
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