mar 25, 1911 - Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
Description:
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire of 1911 exposed the dangers of industrial capitalism by highlighting unsafe working conditions in factories. It led to stronger workplace safety laws, especially in cities, and reduced political corruption by pressuring government officials to enforce labor protections instead of siding with factory owners.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 25, 1911
Now
~ 114 years ago