"The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire and the Fight for Workers' Rights" by Janos Orban delves into the tragic events of March 25, 1911, when a fire broke out in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City, claiming the lives of 146 garment workers. The book explores the unsafe working conditions that led to the disaster, the subsequent public outcry, and its pivotal role in advancing labor rights. It highlights the struggles of immigrant workers, the rise of labor unions, and the legislative reforms that emerged from this tragedy, illustrating the enduring fight for social justice and safer workplaces. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Movements And Resistance .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2020 by Capstone Press .

Although Julie Gilbert's masterpiece, The Adventures of Kitty Bob: Alien Warlord Cat, has sadly been out of print since Julie last stapled it together in the fourth grade, she continues to write. Her short fiction, which has appeared in numerous publications, explores topics ranging from airport security lines to adoption to antique wreaths made of hair. Julie makes her home in southern Minnesota with her husband and two children.