Monday, May 16, 2022 – Walking iron
Native America Calling
English - May 16, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 25.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 106 ratingsSociety & Culture Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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The story of Mohawk ironworkers building the skyline of New York is legendary. Mohawk tradesmen battled prejudice, immigration officials and perilous working conditions to continue a century-old steel construction tradition. It’s physically demanding and dangerous work, and many Mohawks made it their niche. We remember the contributions of Native steelworkers and find the modern examples of their work.