That's what I've heard as well. More than anything, they seem like some unscrupulous mercenaries. Sort of depends on who hired them and which job their are on, as far as the good vs bad part.
Like with any organization of that age, they've done both good and bad. I'm not trying to absolve their bad actions, but if the Pinkertons were paying me a visit at my home today, I'd treat them the same as any other stranger.
Honestly though, the original tweet is pretty solid advice for anyone who arrives at your house uninvited in this day and age. Maybe ask them why they're at your door before turning too hostile though.
They shot and killed strikers who had clubs and rocks, from what I’ve heard. Not the good guys if true
That's what I've heard as well. More than anything, they seem like some unscrupulous mercenaries. Sort of depends on who hired them and which job their are on, as far as the good vs bad part.
Like with any organization of that age, they've done both good and bad. I'm not trying to absolve their bad actions, but if the Pinkertons were paying me a visit at my home today, I'd treat them the same as any other stranger.
Honestly though, the original tweet is pretty solid advice for anyone who arrives at your house uninvited in this day and age. Maybe ask them why they're at your door before turning too hostile though.