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May 3, 2024 · Labor Day, in the United States and Canada, holiday (first Monday in September) honoring workers and recognizing their contributions to society. In many other countries, May Day serves a similar purpose. Learn more about Labor Day, including its history.
Sep 4, 2023 · 1. The idea first became public in 1882. In September 1882, the unions of New York City decided to have a parade to celebrate their members being in unions, and to show support for all unions. At least 20,000 people were there, and the workers had to give up a day’s pay to attend.
Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States. [1] [2] [3]
Sep 3, 2021 · The holiday falls on the first Monday of September — Sept. 5 this year. The day typically celebrated with picnics and parades has more to it than that, though. To mark the nation's 140th Labor...
Sep 4, 2023 · Sept. 4, 2023. This article was first published in 2018. In the late 1800s, many Americans toiled 12 hours a day, seven days a week, often in physically demanding, low-paying jobs. Children...
Sep 4, 2020 · By Amy McKeever. September 04, 2020. • 7 min read. For many, Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer and an opportunity to host a barbecue. But this national holiday—celebrated every year...
Labor Day, an annual celebration of workers and their achievements, originated at a time when American industry was rapidly expanding but there were few legal protections for American workers. In the late 1800s, many Americans were working 12 hours a day six or seven days a week.
