New York shirtwaist strike of 1909
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The New York shirtwaist strike of 1909, also known as the Uprising of the 20,000,[1] was a labor strike primarily involving Jewish women working in New York shirtwaist factories. Led by Clara Lemlich and supported by the National Women's Trade Union League of America (NWTUL), the strike began in November, 1909. In February, 1910, the NWTUL settled with the factory owners, gaining improved wages, working conditions, and hours.[2]
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- Sachar, Howard M. (1992). The International Ladies Garment Worker’s Union and the Great Revolt of 1909. Modern History. MyJewishLearning.com. Retrieved on 2006-05-08.
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