Emancipation of the Working Class
Eugene Debs
On June 16, 1918, union leader Eugene Debs delivered this speech at the Ohio State Socialist Party Convention. In it, he famously criticized the USA’s involvement in World War I. Four days later, the federal grand jury condemned his speech by way of the Sedition Act of 1918, and he was sentenced to ten years in prison. Debs serves as an inspiration for all those who persistently advocate for the working class despite opposition.
Author - Eugene Debs.
Narrator - George Keller.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 1918 Eugene Debs ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
On June 16, 1918, union leader Eugene Debs delivered this speech at the Ohio State Socialist Party Convention. In it, he famously criticized the USA’s involvement in World War I. Four days later, the federal grand jury condemned his speech by way of the Sedition Act of 1918, and he was sentenced to ten years in prison. Debs serves as an inspiration for all those who persistently advocate for the working class despite opposition. Author - Eugene Debs. Narrator - George Keller. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 1918 Eugene Debs ©.
Language:
English
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