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In what industry did Pinkertons often work as guards during the late 19th century?

  • Coal, iron, and lumber

  • Banking and finance

  • Textiles and clothing

  • Shipping and transportation

Answer

During the late nineteenth century, the Pinkertons were hired as guards in coal, iron, and lumber disputes in Illinois, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Their involvement in these industries often put them at odds with labor unions and workers seeking better conditions.
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