May 17, 2023

James Connolly Memorial 5/12, Troy (Greg Giorgio, IWW Upstate Delegate)

On Friday, May 12, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended memorial ceremonies by the Upstate Branch of the ‘Industrial Workers of the World’ event, honoring Irish revolutionary, labor leader, and martyr for Ireland’s independence, James Connolly and some of their fallen with songs and speeches. The ceremony took place in downtown Troy Riverfront Park. In this labor segment, Willie interviews Greg Giorgio, IWW upstate NY Delegate, about James Connolly’s life in Troy, NY.

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