Events tagged with "goldfield"

Historical Events tagged with "goldfield"

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Russian Troops Open Fire on Goldfield Workers

April 17th, 1912 112 years ago

In northeast Siberia, Russian troops opened fire on goldfield workers who were striking for better conditions, resulting in the deaths of at least 150 individuals. The violence erupted during a labor dispute as workers demanded a share in the profits and improved working conditions. The tumultuous atmosphere of unrest highlighted the growing labor tensions in the Russian Empire as industrialization progressed and the call for rights surged amongst the working class.