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The Round House Riots

In July of 1877, before national labor laws had been enacted, Railroad firemen and brakemen began a strike against the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. In what was frankly described as a War of Labor upon Capital, the strike quickly spread to other rail lines and other cities. Unrest spread to Martinsburg, West Virginia, Cumberland and Baltimore, Maryland. Railroad engineers joined the strike, and riot broke out in Pittsburg. The Pennsylvania National Guard was called up to preserve property and restore order. Thirty three of “The Mob” were killed. In a gesture of gratitude, the Pennsylvania Railroad bestowed this Engine Bell on the two Philadelphia Companies that saw action in “The Round House Riots”.


Picture this: Railroad Bell on PedestalEngine Bell, Pennsylvania
Railroad Cast bronze, engraved: Engine No. 411/ Round House/Pittsburg. July 21st 1877/”K” Co. 1st Regt NG of PA/Capt . Cromelion. 1st Segt. Harry D. Toy; {principal corporals, private, drummers are listed}

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