The New York Tailor Strike (jan 1, 1768 – jan 1, 1769)

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“In 1768, a group of journeymen tailors orchestrated the earliest recorded strike. The New York tailors were faced with a potential wage reduction. With wages already lower than ever, the new wages wouldn't be enough to support a family. Thus, the journeymen led their own strike. Accomplished tailors with adequate training were difficult to find. Not wanting to lose valuable workers, potential customers and skill in the clothes-making business, the business owner was forced to comply with the tailors' demands and protests.”

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