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Eugene V. Debs was an American labor leader, politician, and socialist. He was a five-time candidate for President of the United States, and a leader of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). He was also a founding member of the Socialist Party of America. Debs was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Jean Daniel and Marguerite Marie Debs. He was the third of seven children. His father was a French-born immigrant who worked as a painter and carpenter. His mother was a devout Catholic. Debs attended public school in Terre Haute and worked in his father's carpentry shop. He was a voracious reader and was particularly interested in the works of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. In 1875, Debs joined the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, a labor union. He quickly rose through the ranks and became a leader in the union. He was a vocal advocate for better working conditions and wages for railroad workers. In 1893, Debs helped found the American Railway Union (ARU). The ARU was the first industrial union in the United States. Debs was elected president of the union and led a successful strike against the Pullman Palace Car Company. In 1905, Debs helped found the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). The IWW was a radical labor union that sought to organize all workers into one union. Debs was a leader of the IWW and was a vocal advocate for the rights of workers. In 1912, Debs ran for President of the United States on the Socialist Party ticket. He received 6% of the popular vote and was the most successful third-party candidate in American history. Debs was arrested in 1918 for violating the Espionage Act. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison. While in prison, he ran for President again in 1920 and received nearly one million votes. Debs was released from prison in 1921 and returned to Terre Haute. He died in 1926 at the age of 70. He is remembered as one of the most influential labor leaders in American history.
| Popular As | Eugene Victor Debs |
| Occupation | actor |
| Age | 71 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Born | 5 November 1855 |
| Birthday | 5 November |
| Birthplace | Terre Haute, Indiana, USA |
| Date of death | 20 October, 1926 |
| Died Place | Elmhurst, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | United States |
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Eugene V. Debs Height, Weight & Measurements
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Who Is Eugene V. Debs's Wife?
His wife is Kate Metzel (9 June 1885 - 20 October 1926) ( his death)
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| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Kate Metzel (9 June 1885 - 20 October 1926) ( his death) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Eugene V. Debs Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Eugene V. Debs worth at the age of 71 years old? Eugene V. Debs’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Eugene V. Debs's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
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| Source of Income | Actor |
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