**RARE** 1943 BROTHERHOOD of MAINTENANCE & WAY EMPLOYEES Button Hat Pin AFL/TLCC

This rare 1943 button hat pin is a unique piece of historical memorabilia that would make a great addition to any collection. The pin features the logo of the Brotherhood of Maintenance and Way Employees, a trade union that was active in the 1940s. With its intricate design and unique history, this button hat pin is a must-have for any collector of historical items. Whether you are a fan of trade unions, fraternal organizations, or simply appreciate the beauty of rare collectibles, this pin is sure to impress. Add it to your collection today! The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes (BMWE; later the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, BMWED) is a national union representing the workers who build and maintain the tracks, bridges, buildings and other structures on the railroads of the United States. In July 1887, American labor leader John T Wilson at age 26 founded the organization at Demopolis, Alabama. He was also the Grand Lodge President of the organization for 19 years before dying after being shot in the head by his brother