Who were the Pinkertons?
A operators of a river barge company
B an army unit brought in to help strikers
C private detectives hired by the mill’s manager
D deputies sworn in by the sheriff
Who were the Pinkertons?
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The correct answer is C private detectives hired by the mill’s manager.
The Pinkertons were a private detective agency in the United States that became well-known in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were often hired by businesses and managers to investigate crimes, protect property, and even break up labor strikes, making them a controversial entity in labor disputes.