A 19th-century US labor union refers to an organization formed by workers during the 1800s to collectively advocate for better working conditions, higher wages, and other rights.
Related terms
Strike: A strike is when workers refuse to work until their demands are met.
Collective bargaining: Collective bargaining is when representatives from the labor union negotiate with employers on behalf of the workers to reach agreements about wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Knights of Labor: The Knights of Labor was another influential 19th-century US labor union that sought to unite all workers regardless of skill level or occupation.