Which strike is remembered for its violent nature and labor unrest leading to a nationwide impact?

The Pullman Strike is particularly notable for its violent nature and the significant labor unrest it sparked across the nation. Initiated in 1894, the strike began when workers at the Pullman Company protested wage cuts and high rents in company-owned housing. The strike quickly escalated when the American Railway Union, led by Eugene V. Debs, supported the Pullman workers by boycotting trains that carried Pullman cars.

The situation turned violent when federal troops were called in to break the strike, leading to clashes that resulted in deaths and injuries. This intervention highlighted the tension between labor movements and the government, as well as the extent of industrial unrest during that era. The Pullman Strike not only disrupted rail service across much of the country but also prompted discussions about labor rights, leading to increased awareness and organization among workers.

In contrast, while the Great Railroad Strike of 1877 was also marked by violence and had a significant impact on labor movements, it did not have the same level of direct government intervention and nationwide implications as the Pullman Strike. The Haymarket Affair, while related to labor unrest, was primarily a rally that turned violent and became emblematic of the struggles between labor and anarchist groups rather than a strike in itself. The