Asked by Avery Braswell on May 11, 2024

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The Great Uprising of 1877 was primarily a conflict between:

A) Coal miners and coal mine owners.
B) Citizens and the state government.
C) Capital owners and workers in many industries and locations.
D) Railroad workers and railroad owners.

Great Uprising

Refers to a significant and widespread strike or series of labor protests, such as the great railroad strike of 1877 in the United States, exemplifying workers' struggles for fair labor practices and conditions.

Capital Owners

Individuals or entities that own assets used in the production of goods and services, such as machinery, buildings, or money.

  • Determine the principal occurrences and their influence on the labor movement within the United States.
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Gavin KjeldsenMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Great Uprising of 1877 was a nationwide conflict between capital owners and workers in various industries and locations, particularly the railroad industry. It was spurred by economic hardship and wage cuts, and led to massive strikes, protests, and violence. While there were also conflicts between miners and mine owners and between citizens and state governments in some regions, these were not the primary causes or focus of the uprising.