Kohler

Wisconsin, United States

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Kohler is a village in Wisconsin, United States, known primarily for its manufacturing of plumbing fixtures. It is located near the city of Sheboygan, on the shore of Lake Michigan. The village is part of Wisconsin's strong manufacturing sector, which also includes industries like furniture, plastics, and automotive parts. German immigrants played a significant role in the cultural and economic development of the region. Kohler is situated in a state where tourism is also a major economic enterprise, with attractions like Wisconsin Dells drawing visitors to its scenic canyons and entertainment facilities.123

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…towns in the 1930s, to Kohler, Wis., in the 1950s. Whatever grievances workers have had in these situations, it is clear that economic issues do not offer a complete explanation of the bitterness of the disputes, in part because any grievance a resident may have is seen to be the…
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…towns in the 1930s, to Kohler, Wis., in the 1950s. Whatever grievances workers have had in these situations, it is clear that economic issues do not offer a complete explanation of the bitterness of the disputes, in part because any grievance a resident may have is seen to be the…
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