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

June 11, 1925
Company police attack a demonstration of striking coal miners in New Waterford, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The strikers are protesting the decision of the British Empire Steel and Coal company, to shut off water and electricity to the town of New Waterford. The police kill one miner and injure many others. Related Topics: Cape Breton Island History – Coal Mining – Killings by Police – Mineworkers (Miners) – Police Violence – Strikes: Canadian
June 11, 1932
Birth of Athol Fugard, South African author, actor, and director.
June 11, 1962
The first national convention of Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) opens near Port Huron, Michigan. Related Topics: Students for a Democratic Society