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Mother Jones: The Most Dangerous Woman in America?
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In this episode, Fin and Damian explore the life of one of the most renowned Irish American women in history: Mother Jones. Known as a fearless labour organiser at the turn of the 20th century, she played a pivotal role in the often violent struggles between workers and employers. Her very name instilled fear in the authorities, with one prosecutor famously calling her "the most dangerous woman in America."
Mother Jones's backstory is equally fascinating.
In this intriguing episode, Fin and Damian take you back to early 19th-century Cork, where she survived the Famine. They then follow her story after she emigrated to the US where she endured personal tragedy. Despite these challenges, she rose to become a leading figure in the American labour movement in the early 20th century. Remarkably active into her 70s and 80s, her fascinating story is summed up in her catchphrase: “Mourn the dead, and fight like hell for the living."
Buckle up for one of the most incredible stories from Irish American history!
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Get in Touch with Fin and Damian Transatlanticseries (at) gmail.com
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Manage episode 448382119 series 3597520
In this episode, Fin and Damian explore the life of one of the most renowned Irish American women in history: Mother Jones. Known as a fearless labour organiser at the turn of the 20th century, she played a pivotal role in the often violent struggles between workers and employers. Her very name instilled fear in the authorities, with one prosecutor famously calling her "the most dangerous woman in America."
Mother Jones's backstory is equally fascinating.
In this intriguing episode, Fin and Damian take you back to early 19th-century Cork, where she survived the Famine. They then follow her story after she emigrated to the US where she endured personal tragedy. Despite these challenges, she rose to become a leading figure in the American labour movement in the early 20th century. Remarkably active into her 70s and 80s, her fascinating story is summed up in her catchphrase: “Mourn the dead, and fight like hell for the living."
Buckle up for one of the most incredible stories from Irish American history!
Subscribe to Transatlantic https://linktr.ee/transatlanticpod
Get in Touch with Fin and Damian Transatlanticseries (at) gmail.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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