Zippo Very Rare & Vintage 1956 42nd Convention of United Mine Workers of America For Sale
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Zippo Very Rare & Vintage 1956 42nd Convention of United Mine Workers of America: $35.00
This 1956 Zippo is a piece of Americana history. Interesting facts and rarity of this historic Zippo. This Zippo was engraved for the 42nd U.M.W.A. convention in Cincinnati, OH in 1956. The Zippo case is stamped as a 1957 model case. The Zippo insert is from the late 1959-67. Throughout the annals of American labor history, the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) has held an undisputed leadership position. The UMWA spearheaded the crusade to establish collective bargaining within the realm of American industrialization during the 20th century. Its guiding principles, unwavering policies, solidarity, and exceptional leadership have served as a wellspring of inspiration for countless generations of working families over a span of 129 years. The rich tapestry of the UMWA’s history stands as a testament to the resolute determination embedded within the hearts and minds of North American mine workers, aimed at constructing and upholding a robust and enduring union.
