No centro e à margem: a trajetória histórica dos trabalhadores arrumadores de Rio Grande-RS, entre as décadas de 1950/60

Abstract

The present research has the objective of analyzing the memories and the experiences of the laborers of Rio Grande-RS, between the decades of 1950/60. In this sense, the analyzes sought to highlight the decision-making and disputes of the workers, which aimed to carry out the transition from Trade Union of Storage Trade, to Union of Arrumadores of Rio Grande, in light of Law 2.196, of April 1, 1954, covering so its field of action for commerce, industry and Porto. Together, we will analyze how they were inserted in these different environments and established their working relationships and strategies, as well as trying to deal with the insecurities faced with the condition of a seasonal and isolated worker. To do so, it will be from the revived memories of the ushers, port workers and repairers, as well as in the dialogue with the other sources that sought to understand the historical trajectory of this category.