Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire: Meaning (information, definition, explanation, facts)

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• History of labor relations in the United States (11)
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Encyclopedia: Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City on March 25, 1911, was the largest industrial disaster in the history of the city of New York, causing the death of 146 garment workers who either died in the fire or jumped to their deaths. The fire led to legislation requiring improved factory safety standards and helped spur the growth of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union, which fought for better working conditions for sweatshop workers in that industry.

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How to say "Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire" in other languages:

	(German)	Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
	(Italian)	Incendio della fabbrica Triangle