S5·E10 Sit Down And Fight
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 10
- Air Date
- February 1, 1993
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
In 1936, Walter Reuther led one of the bitterest, bloodiest battles ever fought in the history of the American labor movement. By sitting down and stopping the machinery of factory production, auto workers forced the Big Three to recognize their union. GM tried turning off the heat and blocking food deliveries and Ford sent members of their private security force to beat up UAW officials, but workers stood their ground.
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When did Season 5 Episode 10 of American Experience air?
Season 5, Episode 10 ('Sit Down And Fight') originally aired on February 1, 1993.
How long is Season 5 Episode 10 ('Sit Down And Fight')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Experience Season 5 Episode 10?
In 1936, Walter Reuther led one of the bitterest, bloodiest battles ever fought in the history of the American labor movement. By sitting down and stopping the machinery of factory production, auto workers forced the Big Three to recognize their union. GM tried turning off the heat and blocking food...
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