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Knights of Labor founded
Lead by Powderly. Demanded an eight hour work day. Important because it was the first major labor organization -
Samuel Gompers founds the American Federation of Labor (AFL)
Samuel Gompers was president of of Federation until his death. Found in Columbus, Ohio. Important because it was the first federation of labor in the United States. -
Stike by Pullman railroad workers halted by courts
Army was involved in the strike, Best known instance was Pullman, or railway which happened in Chicago. Important because it was the largest, most dramatic, and signnificant labor conflicts in the late 19th century. -
International Ladies' Garmet Workers Union (ILGWU) founded
One of the first union female memberships. Key player in the in labor history. Important because it was once one of the largest labor unions in the United States. -
Hundreds of strikes sweep the nation, raising fears of revolution
A union skilled by iron and steel workers that were deeply committed to craft unionism. Technology slashed the number of workers. Important because it was the wake of World War I. -
Wagner Act gives workers right to organize
Outlines the legal framework for labor union. Guarantees the right of workers to organize. Important because it created the National Labor Relations Board. -
Taft-Hartley Act allows states to pass right-to-work laws
Union power in a workplace. 21 out of 50 states have the right-to-work laws. Important because it helped workers join a union to and pay in order to keep a job -
Rise in aint-union measures by employers
Republicans against public employees. Power whether employees have a voice at work for the labor they perform. Important because it was a battle being waged between four states
