working conditions they had been enduring for so long. Within days after the Pullman workers ceased doing their jobs and began to riot and attack public buildings, outside forces arrived and attempted to control the outburst that had previously led to so much destruction. In order for workers to return to their daily routines they seeked a compromise of stability, better working conditions and wages. Eventually labor day became a national holiday in memory of the events that had previously taken place in Chicago, Illinois.
working conditions they had been enduring for so long. Within days after the Pullman workers ceased doing their jobs and began to riot and attack public buildings, outside forces arrived and attempted to control the outburst that had previously led to so much destruction. In order for workers to return to their daily routines they seeked a compromise of stability, better working conditions and wages. Eventually labor day became a national holiday in memory of the events that had previously taken place in Chicago, Illinois.