Battle of Matewan, Historic battle site in the United States of America
The Battle of Matewan was a pivotal event in the history of labor relations in the United States.
On May 19, 1920, a shootout occurred between local miners and the Baldwin–Felts Detective Agency.
The battle is symbolic for the struggle for workers' rights and unionization in America.
Battle of Matewan's events are reenacted annually in the town of Matewan, West Virginia.
The incident led to the larger conflict known as the West Virginia Coal Wars.
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West Virginia Coal Wars
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37.62306,-82.16639
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August 31, 2026 12:21
