Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Triangle Fire - Sad Reminder of Why Unions Were Needed & Still Are

The fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory back in March 25, 1911 killed 146 garment workers who were essentially locked in a crowded fire trap of a factory. One reason why the Ladies Garment Workers Union was created.

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