1902 Anthracite Coal Strike

The 1902 Anthracite Coal Strike was a major labor conflict in Pennsylvania where coal miners demanded better wages, shorter working hours, and improved working conditions. For months, the miners worked without success, leading to a strike that threatened coal supplies across the country. President Theodore Roosevelt intervened, mediating negotiations between the miners and coal companies, resulting in a compromise: miners received a pay raise and shorter hours, but the companies maintained their control. This strike was significant because it showcased federal intervention in labor disputes and marked a shift toward a more balanced approach between workers and employers.