Historical information

History of the AWU which was formed in 1886. Shows AWU's role in strike actions (including the 1890s), opposition to conscription and the 1950s Labor split.

Significance

Relevant to the history of the Australian Labor Party, Australian trade unions, National AWU, industrial relations and conscription.

Physical description

Paper; book.

Front cover: yellow and blue background; picture of Australian Workers Union banner; white text.

Inscriptions & markings

Front cover: authors' names and title; AWU name and slogan on the banner picture.