The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
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This chapter delves into the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911, emphasizing the desperate struggle for survival faced by garment worker Ethel Monick. The catastrophic event, resulting in 146 deaths, became a catalyst for urgent labor reforms and the rise of the labor movement in New York City.
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