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In 1865, there was no federal minimum wage in the United States. Labor laws were not well established, and wages varied significantly depending on the industry, location, and the individual employer. Many workers, particularly in agriculture and unskilled labor, earned very low wages, often below what would be considered a living wage today. The concept of a minimum wage would not be introduced until the 20th century.

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