Labour Day 2023: From history, significance to celebrations all you need to know about this day
Labour Union. Just a year later, on September 5, 1883, the Central Labour Union celebrated its second Labour Day holiday.
Labour Day stands as a tribute to American workers who have elevated the nation's standard of living and contributed to unparalleled global production. The labour movement brought the country closer to realising its traditional ideals of economic and political democracy.
Labour Day is marked by parades and festivities, mirroring the proposals from the holiday's early advocates including a street parade showcasing "the strength and unity of trade and labour organisations" within the community, followed by a festival for the enjoyment and recreation of workers and their families. Over time, speeches by prominent figures were incorporated into the celebrations, focusing on the economic and civic significance of the holiday.
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