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Keeping Pittsburgh's History in Front of Us
- Patrcia DeMarco
- Mar 16, 2016
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On April 21, 2016 a new marker commemorating The Battle of Homestead of 1892 will be ceremoniously unveiled at The Pump House. The event will be celebrated with a new interpretive plaque describing the confrontation between the Homestead steelworkers and the Pinkertons, noting the historic significance of this battle for labor and workers everywhere. The ceremony from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM will include music and readings by students of Steel Valley High School, as well as presentations from local dignitaries. A reception and screening of the film "The River Ran Red" will follow. The celebration is presented by The Battle of Homestead Foundation. The event is free and open to the public. The Pump House is located at The Waterfront in Homestead.
Patricia DeMarco is on the board of directors of the Battle of Homestead Foundation
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