What Is Railroad Trainmen?

The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen was a labor organization for railroad employees founded in 1883. Originally called the Brotherhood of Railroad Brakemen, its purpose was to negotiate contracts with railroad management and to provide insurance for members.

What is a railroad trainman?

: a member of a train crew supervised by a conductor.

Are all railroads unionized?

There are different railroad workers unions in North America. Some unions are separated based on their craft of work. Railroad workers in North America are not required to be unionized. Thirteen unions are in the United States of America.

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