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Pullman Porters union and the Civil Rights Movement-1/2
Content Provider | WatchKnowLearn |
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Description | Philadelphias 30th Street Station hosted an event honoring the Pullman porters, the African American men who worked long hours as attendants on the luxurious sleeper trains operated by the Pullman Company from 1868 to 1969. The Pullman porters played an important but unsung role in the history of this country. In 1925, they formed the first black labor union under the stewardship of A. Philip Randolph. They also helped pave the way for the civil rights movement and are also credited with building the black middle class in this country.(Professional video with good information.) |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Subject Keyword | k-12 homeschool homeschooling home school parents Black History in the U.S. educational videos k12 preK-12 History of the United States History |
Content Type | Video |
Educational Role | Student Teacher |
Educational Use | Self Learning Lecture |
Education Level | Class VIII Class XI Class IX Class XII Class VII Class X |
Pedagogy | Lecture cum Demonstration |
Resource Type | Video Lecture |
Subject | America (North and South) |