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Dec 1, 2008 · This fascinating story of May Day in America reveals how many contours of American nationalism developed in dialogue with political radicals and workers, and uncovers the cultural history of those who considered themselves both patriotic and dissenting Americans.
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- 2008
- Donna T. Haverty-Stacke
- Donna T. Haverty-Stacke
"Haverty-Stacke recounts how after WW II, American labor avoided contact with the communists and May Day celebrations. Instead, more workers and their unions became active in the new Labor Day holiday.
194 May Day Becomes America’s Forgotten Holiday celebrations like “I Am an American Day.” First observed in 1940, this holiday became popular during World War II as a celebration of the na-tion’s unity in the face of fascist aggression. After the war, support for the annual celebration remained strong.
This fascinating story of May Day in America reveals how many contours of American nationalism developed in dialogue with political radicals and workers, and uncovers the cultural history of those who considered themselves both patriotic and dissenting Americans.
Dec 1, 2008 · This fascinating story of May Day in America reveals how many contours of American nationalism developed in dialogue with political radicals and workers, and uncovers the cultural history of those who considered themselves both patriotic and dissenting Americans.
Aug 12, 2001 · America’s Forgotten Army is a quick read–only 200 pages–covering the army’s career from its earliest days in Sicily to its role in the Cold War. All in all, Whiting provides an enjoyable and illuminating account of this relatively forgotten army’s distinguished career.
Creator: Adkin, Mark. Adkin's book contains comprehensive, blow-by-blow account of the celebrated Civil War battle. It is illustrated with color maps, diagrams, charts, drawings, paintings, and period photos along with modern-day photos overlaid with markings to show troop movements.
