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The Revolution of the Ganhadores, the first general strike in Brazil, began in Salvador, Bahia.
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Revolution of the Ganhadores
1857 strike in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
The Revolution of the Ganhadores was a labor strike that involved African porters, known as ganhadores, in the Brazilian city of Salvador, Bahia. The strike began following the passage of a city ordinance that changed the way the ganhadores operated in the city. The strike ended…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
General strike
Strike with most of the labour force
A general strike is a strike action in which participants cease all economic activity, such as working, to strengthen the bargaining position of a trade union or achieve a common social or political goal. They are organised by large coalitions of political, social, and labour…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Salvador, Bahia
Capital city of Bahia, Brazil
Salvador is a Brazilian municipality and capital city of the state of Bahia. Situated in the Zona da Mata in the Northeast Region of Brazil, Salvador is recognized throughout the country and internationally for its cuisine, music, and architecture. The African influence in many…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)