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3. Explain who the Pinkerton's were, and why they were called "scabs". What happened to them? Which side would you have supported and why?

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the Pinkerton's are American independent police force. that was founded in 1850 by Allan Pinkerton.

They were called "scabs" Because they are, in the 13th century to mean a nasty, itchy skin disease or the crust that forms on a wound.

What happened to them? : The company has continued to exist in various forms through to the present day, and is now a division of the Swedish security company Securitas AB, operating as "Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations, Inc.

Which side would you have supported and why? I would support the Pinkerton's because they gained a ruthless reputation for protecting the interests of capital by any means necessary

Hope that answers your question :)

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