Union Battles and Wars

A comprehensive collection of the most epic union showdowns in history.

1. The Great Coffee Shop Heist

In 1923, unionized waiters in New York City went on strike, resulting in a 3-week battle over tips and overtime pay.

Led by the charismatic union leader, Jimmy the Bartender, the workers demanded fair treatment and better working conditions.

The strike ended with a compromise, but not before Jimmy's mustache was seen in a dramatic standoff with the shop owner's son, who was armed with a firehose.

2. The 1981 Postal Strike

In 1981, Canada's postal workers unionized and went on a 45-day strike, bringing the country's mail delivery system to a grinding halt.

The strike ended with a deal that increased wages and benefits, but not before the postal workers' union anthem, "The Wheels of the Mail Truck," became a national hit.

Little-known fact: The strike was led by a group of postal workers who moonlighted as punk rock roadies.

3. The 2018 Amazonian Uprising

In 2018, Amazon warehouse workers in Seattle went on strike over "dignity and respect" in the workplace.

Led by a group of warehouse workers who moonlighted as stand-up comedians, the strike ended with a deal that included free pizza in the break room and a promise of better parking spots.

Little-known fact: The strike was secretly funded by a group of wealthy tech moguls who wanted to see Amazon's culture shift.

Stay tuned for more union battles and wars!