For all the hard, talented, independent, intelligent, and responsible workers out there: this is your day! Labor Day is usually celebrated on May 1st of every year throughout various Latin American and European countries. Here's everything you must know about Labor Day including its origin, what flowers are gifted on Labor Day, and why this day is celebrated.
Labor Day, also known as 'May Day' is a national holiday celebrated in various countries around the world to recognize and honor the contributions and achievements of workers. The holiday is typically celebrated on the first Monday in September in the United States and Canada, although it is celebrated on different dates in other countries. The holiday has a rich history and a deep meaning that is still relevant today.
To understand the origin of Labor Day, one must go back to the end of the 19th century when labor movements began to gain strength in the United States. These movements demanded an end to the 12- to 18-hour workdays that factory workers were subjected to. 'Eight hours of work, eight hours of leisure, and eight hours of rest', proclaimed the mobilized workers. At that time, if a company forced an employee to work more than 18 hours a day, the punishment they could receive was only $25.
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