The Fight to End Child Labor (1:39)
In a History of the Holidays video, discover how unions put an end to child labor in factories during the early 1900's, along with excessive hours and pay cuts.
Videos (4)
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The Fight to End Child Labor
The Fight to End Child LaborVideo Clip (1:39)
Video Clip (1:39)
In a History of the Holidays video, discover how unions put an end to child labor in factories during the early 1900's, along with excessive hours and pay cuts.
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History of Labor Day
History of Labor DayVideo Clip (3:33)
Video Clip (3:33)
In a History of the Holidays video, discover the origins of Labor Day, the American holiday which served to honor its workers. Learn how Americas unions came together to take the day off from work and march.
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Characteristics of Early Factory Girls
Characteristics of Early Factory GirlsVideo Clip (2:04)
Video Clip (2:04)
Marissa Tomei performs the words of a young factory girl preparing to strike.
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The Ghosts of Slater Mill
The Ghosts of Slater MillVideo Clip (3:12)
Video Clip (3:12)
Do the ghosts of America's industrial past haunt the Slater Mill historic museum in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Photo Galleries (1)
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Labor Day
Labor Day(14 Photos)
14 Photos
View photos celebrating the History of Labor Day
Speeches & Audio (1)
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Walter Reuther Delivers Labor Day Address
Walter Reuther Delivers Labor Day AddressAudio Clip (2:37)
Audio Clip (2:37)
On September 5, 1966, Walter Reuther, president of the United Automobile Workers (UAW) and a social justice champion, gives his annual Labor Day speech to the workers of America.
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