The Federal Building was an imposing structure that was meant to signify order and dignity. In addition to serving as a court, it served as a place for Butte’s many immigrants to get naturalized. But its use as a place to register immigrants became divisive during World War I, due to many immigrants' opposition to the war. In 1917, as wartime and labor tensions rose, fighting between protesters and police outside this building initiated months of intensive organizing, protest and, in some cases, violence. | Creator: Unknown | Source: Montana Historical Society | Rights: Contact the source for information about copyrights and usage.Download Original File
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