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Centralia Armistice Day Massacre

1919
Washington
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1919
Location
Washington
Status
Historical record
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
IWW
Forces
IWW (Industrial Workers of the World) members
VS
Victor
American Legion / State
Forces
American Legion members
Outcome
Four Legionnaires killed; IWW members convicted; Wesley Everest lynched from Mellen Street Bridge
The Battle

History & Significance

Deadly clash between American Legion and IWW on Armistice Day; part of post-WWI Red Scare labor violence. IWW member Wesley Everest was castrated and lynched by a mob. Seven IWW members convicted of murder; the verdict was controversial.

Casualties & Losses

4 Legionnaires killed; 2-3 IWW members killed including Wesley Everest (lynched)

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Centralia Armistice Day Massacre take place?
Centralia Armistice Day Massacre took place in 1919.
Where was Centralia Armistice Day Massacre fought?
Centralia Armistice Day Massacre was fought in Washington, United States.
What was the outcome of Centralia Armistice Day Massacre?
Four Legionnaires killed; IWW members convicted; Wesley Everest lynched from Mellen Street Bridge
What was the significance of Centralia Armistice Day Massacre?
Deadly clash between American Legion and IWW on Armistice Day; part of post-WWI Red Scare labor violence. IWW member Wesley Everest was castrated and lynched by a mob. Seven IWW members convicted of murder; the verdict was controversial.
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