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Knights of Labor Founded
Was a labor union lead by Terence V. Powderly. the union was formed to try and make a difference for the working man. It was important because it was the first major labor union. -
Founding of the American Federation of Labor
Was one of the frst federations for labor and was founded by Samuel Gompers and ex-knights of labor members. It is important because it was the largest union until the beginning of the 20th century -
ILGWU is founded
This Union waa once the largest union in the United States. It is important because this is the first time an Union's majority was manly female. -
Strike!!
ILGWU have a strike against their employers. this is important because they won increased pay wages and shorter work days -
Fear of revolution
more and more unions go on strike. this is important because there was fear of revolution amungst the unions. -
Wagner Act
The wagner act gave unions the right to organize. This is important because unions did not have to fear being arrested for striking. -
Mass Unions
Union membership is at an all-time high. this is important because it gave unions more pull and power. -
Anti-Union
More and more employers have made messures to exclude union members from jobs. this is important because this caused union members to leave thier unions.