Watch Jour De Peine, ca. 1951 - ca. 1953

Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Dramatized Documentary: Traces a strike by French metal workers and the development of unionism in the town of Isbergues, France. Scenes of the industrial plant. Workers shut down the factory as their leaders negotiate with the owners. Robert, a young worker, goes to Paris to attend special classes in trade unionism. Notified of a breakdown in negotiations, he returns to Isbergues. The strikers meet to vote on the union's strategy. The strike strains the town's economy and family relations. A fight erupts and Robert is arrested. After the trial he goes to Paris to resume his studies at union headquarters. Workers wishing to reopen the factory confront the pickets. Union leaders intercede before violence erupts. Negotiations resume, and with the help of an economic specialist from Paris, terms are met.

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