Arthur Scargill
English miner and labor union leader
Born
January 11th, 1938
87 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1938, a significant figure in the British labor movement, focused on advocating for miners' rights and labor policies. As president of the National Union of Mineworkers, he led strikes to protest against pit closures and wage cuts during the 1980s. Scargill's leadership during the 1984-1985 miners' strike was marked by confrontation with the government and support from various labor organizations. His activism played a pivotal role in the mining community during a period of economic reform in the UK. After the miners' strike, continued involvement in politics and labor rights issues.
Led the National Union of Mineworkers
Organized the 1984-1985 miners' strike
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