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Five Fun Facts About Labor Day
Here are some interesting facts about this national holiday
It's Labor Day, the unofficial end to the summer season. Swim clubs and beach houses are closing as children return to school.
Here are five fun facts about Labor Day:
Number one
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The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City back on Tuesday Sept. 5, 1882. The event was organized by the Central Labor Union, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Number two
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More than 10,000 workers marched in the first Labor Day parade, protesting 16 hour workdays and were fighting to have an eight-hour workday.
Number three
In 1884, the holiday began to be observed on the first Monday of September as the Central Labor Union encouraged other labor groups to join with them.
Number four
Ten years later in June 1894, Congress voted to make Labor Day a national federal holiday.
Number five
Did you know that Labor Day is also celebrated in Canada? Other nations also celebrate the labor movement but it is called a "May Day" celebration in those countries.
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