Industrialization - American Federation of Labor
Title
Industrialization - American Federation of Labor
Subject
Industrialization
Description
Marker Text : "American Federation of Labor since 1881"
One this site, December 10, 1886, the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Union merged with the trade unionists of the Knights of Labor to create the American Federation of Labor. Delegates elected Samuel Gompers president and dedicated the Federation to improving the life of America's working men and women. The A.F.L. recognizes November 15, 1881, as its anniversary date to honor the origin and legacy of F.O.T.L.U.
Location: Corner of Front and Long Streets
One this site, December 10, 1886, the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Union merged with the trade unionists of the Knights of Labor to create the American Federation of Labor. Delegates elected Samuel Gompers president and dedicated the Federation to improving the life of America's working men and women. The A.F.L. recognizes November 15, 1881, as its anniversary date to honor the origin and legacy of F.O.T.L.U.
Location: Corner of Front and Long Streets
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“Industrialization - American Federation of Labor,” Teaching Columbus Historic Places, accessed April 24, 2024, https://teachingcolumbus.omeka.net/items/show/110.