Labor Movements and the AFL

Throughout the late 19th century, the United States saw significant labor unrest as workers sought better wages, working conditions, and hours in response to the rapid industrialization of the nation. Various labor movements emerged during this period, with differing strategies and goals. The rise of labor unions and organized strikes played a crucial role in shaping labor rights in the U.S. Understanding these movements is essential to grasping the social and economic transformations occurring after the Civil War.

Which of the following labor movements is most closely associated with the use of strikes and negotiations to improve workers’ conditions during the 1880s?