The Great Kosher Meat War of 1902

The Great Kosher Meat War of 1902 recounts a remarkable chapter in American history when a group of mostly uneducated immigrant women on the Lower East Side of Manhattan organized a grassroots protest against price-gouging by the Beef Trust. What began as a peaceful demonstration quickly escalated into a fierce confrontation with violence from both opponents and authorities, highlighting their unwavering determination. This compelling story explores themes of collective consumer power, resilience, and the fight against corporate exploitation in early 20th-century America.