Sid Hatfield Mug

Sturdy and glossy, dishwasher- and microwave-safe mug commemorating Sid Hatfield, a unique character in US labour history in that he was a chief of police who was an ardent supporter of mine workers organising for better pay and safer conditions in West Virginia during the mine wars. He was assassinated by Baldwin-Felts agents, who had been hired by mine bosses to break a strike.It features an old working class English slogan, "All Coppers Are B[not very nice]", which has been criticised by some for its generalisation and lack of nuance, which this design addresses.Designed by Jeff Mooridian, Jr for WCH.• Ceramic• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.85″ (9.8 cm) in height, 3.35″ (8.5 cm) in diameter• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (12 cm) in height, 3.35″ (8.5 cm) in diameter• Dishwasher and microwave safe• Proceeds support the work of WCH and worker organising projects in Asia• Global shipping• Custom printed individually for you with no overproduction or waste