Traces the history of the labor movement in America through a collection of primary source documents, as well as the thoughts of Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Cesar Chavez, Eugene Debs, and others.
Examines the struggles American workers have faced throughout history, focusing on the fight for fair rights for employees and highlighting key events and legislation that have impacted workers' rights.
Describes the changes in labor laws and working conditions following the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City in which one hundred forty-six women died.
Explains the circumstances that led to the tragic 1911 garment factory fire that killed 146 people, examines the role of unions and reformers, and details how public opinion eventually forced state governments to legislate for safe working conditions.
Discusses the 1911 fire that killed 146 New York garment factory workers, the conditions that led up to it, and some of the legislation that came about to prevent the occurrence of similar disasters.
Describes the passage of the 1947 law that helped define the rights of labor and management, and describes the conditions of the labor force before and after the act.
