Labor Leaders and Bloodied Strikes

February 14, 2026 00:14:25
Labor Leaders and Bloodied Strikes
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Labor Leaders and Bloodied Strikes

Feb 14 2026 | 00:14:25

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Show Notes

The untold story of the 1930s Caribbean Labor Rebellions. Witness the blood, sacrifice, and gritty history of the men and women who stood against an empire.

From the sugar estates of St. Kitts to the oilfields of Trinidad and the docks of Kingston, the 1930s marked a point of no return for the Caribbean. In this episode of THE HISTORY OF THE CARIBBEAN, we expose the brutal reality of the labor strikes that birthed modern Caribbean politics. This isn't just a history of laws; it is a history of sacrifice.

We dive deep into the lives of leaders like Uriah "Buzz" Butler and Alexander Bustamante, documenting the moment ordinary workers turned the tide against colonial exploitation. Discover how the "barefoot" protesters faced down bayonets to secure the rights we hold today.

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