School for Workers is proud to co-host this special labor history event! Join us on Saturday, March 28 from 3–5 p.m. at the West Allis Public Library for a rare screening of three historic films celebrating the legacy of UAW Local 248 at the former Allis‑Chalmers site. The films include historic strike footage and interviews made by union activists and leaders from some of the state’s fiercest labor battles. The event is free and open to all.
Films being shown:
Turbines, Turmoil, and Tears
1980 film produced by the UW School for Workers, featuring rare footage from the historic 1941 strike filmed by union members.
A Half Century of Struggle: A-C Workers Tell Their Story segments
1980’s film produced by UAW Local 248 featuring union activists and leaders, and actions around the plant closure and pension fight.
Who paid the dues
1980’s film by Mary Kronen featuring interviews with former UAW 248 President Harold Christoffel
Learn more about the historical marker campaign here.
This event is co‑sponsored by:
- Wisconsin Labor History Society
- UW-Madison School for Workers
- Milwaukee Area Labor Council’s Education Committee
- Milwaukee Area Labor Council’s Young Workers Committee