On Strike: The Winnipeg General Strike, 1919

Overview

The dramatic story of the Winnipeg General Strike in 1919 told through the recollections of the men and women who were there. This presentation traces the events leading up to the strike; the issues, the personalities and the divisions among the people of Winnipeg. It culminates with the riot of June 21, 1919 in which death and serious injury resulted.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1991

Original language

English

Director

Joe MacDonald,Clare Johnstone Gilsig

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0223837