Introduction to Haymarket Blog

Hello all,

I am M. C., a history major at UNLV. This blog that I am introducing looks to investigate the many important ideas and theories regarding the Haymarket Riots in Chicago in 1886. The fact that the title of this event bears so many names demonstrates the many viewpoints it encompasses. The situation that occurred in Chicago, on May 5, 1886, is referred to as the Haymarket Tragedy, Affair, Riot, Bombing, Massacre, Melee, and Event. Likewise, the characters of this event are labeled either criminals/terrorists or martyrs. The ambiguity of historical account of this topic make it relevant and interesting. The Haymarket Bombing is very likely the first American Red Scare.