Welcome to Normal (1)

This is a chapter from the 2002 book, "Fiery Struggle," published by the Illinois Labor History Society, by Michael G. Matejka, about the 1978 Normal Fire Fighters strike.

Purchase this book online at the ILHS Book Store

1. Introduction
2. Building a Union
3. Walk-Out
4. 24/42 - 24 fire fighters/42 days in jail
5. Student supporters
6. Taking over City Hall
7. Building Union Spirit
8. Will Bloomington strike?
9. The Back Door
10. The Eagles have landed
11. Ridin' the roller coaster
12. Claiming the job
13. Winning a contract
14. Retrospective