Frogtown in Saint Paul in Ramsey County, Minnesota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
In for the Long Haul
Photographed by McGhiever, June 12, 2019
1. In for the Long Haul Marker
"We have achieved nothing short of a miracle through solidarity."
A. Philip Randolph, activist and union leader
After decades of efforts by the Pullman Company to thwart organized labor, in 1925 porters formed the nation's first African Americanled union: the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. Their demands included higher wages, better working conditions and greater economic security. Their solidarity forged a path to the civil rights achievements of the 20th century.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Civil Rights • Labor Unions • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1925.
Location. 44° 57.354′ N, 93° 8.112′ W. Marker is in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in Ramsey County. It is in Frogtown. It is on University Avenue W. west of Avon Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 833 University Avenue W, Saint Paul MN 55104, United States of America.
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Regionally, this marker is in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Midwest, in the Corn Belt, and in the Great River Road Region. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Ruperts Land, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Louisiana Purchase.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: United We Stand (here, next to this marker); Forward to Victory (here, next to this marker); Service, Not Servitude (here, next to this marker); Spreading the Word (here, next to this marker); 10,000 Men Called George (here, next to this marker); Roots in Rondo (here, next to this marker); From Service to Solidarity (here, next to this marker); Welcome to Victoria Street Station (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Saint Paul.
Photographed by McGhiever, June 12, 2019
2. In for the Long Haul Marker (right)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 8, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 8, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This page has been viewed 131 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 8, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. 2. submitted on June 29, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
