On this day, 7 October 1988, thousands of workers in Montenegro, then part of Yugoslavia, went on strike demanding the resignation of the Communist Party leadership, whom they blamed for 200% inflation and a 50% reduction in living standards over the past eight years. Montenegrins and Serbs also complained of persecution by ethnic Albanians in neighbouring Kosovo.While riot police attacked and teargassed workers, the Communist Party declared that they supported the demands of the workers. The

Known as "Shipwreck Alley," Thunder Bay near Alpena, Michigan, was designated a National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve today in 2000. In 1927, after five years of construction, the Detroit Institute of Arts opened its doors, marking Detroit as a hub of culture and progress.

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In this episode, we explore the rise of the Mamluks and how they outmaneuvered their rulers to seize power. We discuss the social and political dynamics that allowed these former slaves to become a formidable force in medieval Egypt.

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On this day, 6 October 1995, 32,000 machinists went on strike at Boeing, one of the world's largest aircraft manufacturers. It lasted for 69 days and ended in most of their demands being met. More information, sources and map: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/10666/machinists-at-boeing-strikeOur work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at

On this day in 1972, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore became the first of its kind, showcasing 73,000 acres of stunning natural beauty in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. In 1983, Michigan House Republican James Dressel introduced the state’s first bill to protect sexual orientation under civil rights law, a bold move that ultimately cost him his seat.

In this episode, we explore the covert strategies utilized by ninjas throughout history, focusing on their use of espionage and sabotage. We'll uncover how these tactics played a crucial role in their missions and the broader context of warfare in feudal Japan.

In this episode of Beyond Mount Rushmore, we delve into a fascinating and often overlooked moment in American history that raises a simple yet intriguing question: Who was the president of the United States on a peculiar day in 1849? Join me, Jeff Hickcox, alongside Stan Nawalaniec, as we explore the legend of a forgotten man who may have held the title of president, albeit for just one strange day. With a Sunday inauguration delay at the heart of this mystery, we unravel the

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On this day, 5 October 2001, workers at the Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre, Malawi, launched a sitdown strike for better pay. In particular, the workers were complaining about wages and additional allowances, which were considerably lower for health workers than they were for workers in the justice system.The strike shut down almost all of the 1500-bed facility, with only a few beds remaining open in the Orthopaedics and burns departments. The strike was primarily by nurses, but also

For over 150 years Canadians have shaped history. In every area, from sports and science to peace and humanitarianism, the world has been made better because of Canada.And we sometimes forget that. So this month, I'm shining a spotlight on eight stories that show what makes us great. I'm Craig Baird and This... Is Canada and I hope you enjoy following along on this journey through the great things Canada has created. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this day in 1835, Michigan voters elected their first governor, Stephen T. Mason, along with the first state legislature, while also adopting a groundbreaking constitution that funded public libraries. In 2017, the Detroit Red Wings christened their new home, Little Caesars Arena, with a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild.

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