Seeds of Fire: A People’s Chronology
Recalling events that happened on this day in history.
Memories of struggle, resistance and persistence.
Compiled by Ulli Diemer
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February 13 - July 15, 1951
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The New Zealand waterfront strike, the largest and most widespread industrial dispute in New Zealand history. The strike is met with massive repression by the employers and the state, and ends in defeat.
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February 13, 2012
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Quebec students begin massive demonstrations against tuition fee increases. The demonstrations continue through the winter, spring, and summer, and end with the defeat of the Liberal government and the withdrawal of the fee hikes.
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