It resulted in the use of federal troops by the government.
Labor unrest in the 1870s and 1880s led to strikes, protests, and violence as workers demanded better wages, working conditions, and rights. This unrest also contributed to the growth of labor unions and the establishment of labor laws to protect workers. Some notable events include the Great Railroad Strike of 1877 and the Haymarket Affair in 1886.
low pay, accidents during work, discrimination
The clashes between workers and big business during the 1880s and 1890s resulted in significant labor unrest, marked by strikes and violent confrontations, such as the Haymarket Affair and the Homestead Strike. These conflicts highlighted the growing divide between labor and capital, leading to increased public awareness and sympathy for workers' rights. In response, labor organizations gained momentum, advocating for better working conditions, fair wages, and the right to unionize, ultimately laying the groundwork for future labor reforms in the United States.
The Chinese
Knights of labor
Knights of Labor~apex
During the 1930 unrest in Trinidad, several prominent figures were arrested, including the labor leader and activist Tubal Uriah Butler. The unrest was largely driven by economic hardship and a desire for social reform, leading to protests and strikes. Butler's leadership in advocating for workers' rights made him a target for arrest. His imprisonment highlighted the tensions between colonial authorities and the growing labor movement in Trinidad.
The Greenback Labor party
No, labor unions did not become major factors until the late 1880s and turn of the century.
-Rising Prices -Food Shortages
unrest is when u have unexcused walkouts or absences or u have unresolved issues that may lead to a strike. labor strike is just that. workers walk out on jobs and do not return until a new contract is negotiated and approved by membership