Green, Jake
Biographical notes:
Jake Green was a member of the National Maritime Union (NMU). The NMU, founded in 1937, organized seamen and waterfront workers. During its first decade it was one of the most radical labor unions in the United States. It lent support to anti-colonial and international revolutionary struggles and was a pioneer in integrating the East Coast shipping industry. The Communist Party was a moving force behind the union during much of its early history.
From the description of Jake Green National Maritime Union photographs [graphic]. 1943-1947. (New York University, Group Batchload). WorldCat record id: 60951578
The National Maritime Union of America (NMU), founded in 1937, organized seamen and waterfront workers. During its first decade, the NMU was one of the most radical labor unions in the United States. It lent support to anti-colonial and international revolutionary struggles and was a pioneer in integrating the East Coast shipping industry. The Communist Party was a moving force behind the union during much of its early history.
Sources:
- Doyle, Joe. “National Maritime Union,” in Encyclopedia of the American Left(New York, Oxford, 1998, Oxford Press).
From the guide to the Jake Green National Maritime Union Photographs, 1943-1947, (Tamiment Library / Wagner Archives)
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