The Labor Movement

By StaraMarie

  • Knights of Labor founded

    Knights of Labor founded
    Led by Powderly and demanded an 8 hour work day. It's important because he got workers rights.

  • AFL Funded

    AFL Funded
    First actuall Labor movement founded by Gompers . He was important because he faught for higher wages, shorter hours, and safer work enviornments.

  • Strike by ILGW

    Strike by ILGW
    The International Ladies Garment Workers wins pay gains and shorter work days. I think it's important beacuse they actually won.

  • John L. Lewis for president

    John L. Lewis for president
    Lewis became president of United Mine Workers by leading a successful strike. I think he's important because he got what he wanted and improved his job from his strile.