1993 Press Photo Members of United Steelworkers of America strike in Michigan

About 1,800 members of the United Steelworkers of America Union continue their strike against three iron ore mines in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan near Palmer. Workers began their strike Aug. 1. The main issue for the strikers is pension benefits. Pictured are members of Local 4950 at the Empire Mine Co. The last strike at the firms lasted 122 days. Strikes - U.S. - U

Photo measures 9.5 x 6.5 inches. Photo is dated 08-18-1993.

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