Labor - Day

: The first Labor Day parade took place on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 , in New York City. Organized by the Central Labor Union, roughly 10,000 workers took unpaid leave to march from City Hall to 42nd Street.

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States and Canada that honors the achievements and contributions of workers. Historically rooted in the labor movement of the late 19th century, it is traditionally celebrated on the . History and Origins Labor Day

The holiday emerged during the Industrial Revolution, when workers faced harsh conditions, such as 12-hour workdays and 7-day workweeks. : The first Labor Day parade took place