The "City Guard": A History of Company "B" First Regiment Infantry, N. G. C. During the Sacremento Campaign, July 3 to 26, 1894 Including a Brief History of the Company Since Its Organization March 31, 1854, to July 3, 1894

"The City Guard: A History of Company 'B' First Regiment Infantry, N. G. C." is a historical record that tells the story of Company B as they navigate the Sacramento campaign of 1894. The narrative highlights Company B's inception and its reactions to labor issues spurred by the Pullman strike. It shares the importance of these instances for the California National Guard. It starts by giving readers background on the Sacramento campaign, sharing reasons for documenting the history of Company B. It shows how the strike at the Pullman Car Manufacturing Company caused widespread labor problems in California and how the National Guard, with Company B, was asked to bring back order. The starting chapters speak of the hardship faced by businesses and the problems faced by both the strikers and members of company, thus creating tension as Company B gets ready to be deployed.