Posted on Sep 5, 2022
Why we celebrate Labor Day: Some trivia to share at the holiday picnic
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Happy Labor Day weekend, America.
The very first Labor Day in the country was celebrated in 1882, and it became an official federal holiday in 1894. The holiday falls on the first Monday of September — Sept. 5 this year. The day typically celebrated with picnics and parades has more to it than that, though.
To mark the nation's 140th Labor Day, here's some trivia about the holiday you didn't know you needed:
Happy Labor Day weekend, America.
The very first Labor Day in the country was celebrated in 1882, and it became an official federal holiday in 1894. The holiday falls on the first Monday of September — Sept. 5 this year. The day typically celebrated with picnics and parades has more to it than that, though.
To mark the nation's 140th Labor Day, here's some trivia about the holiday you didn't know you needed:
Why we celebrate Labor Day: Some trivia to share at the holiday picnic
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
"Labor Day is a national holiday in the U.S. On Labor Day, we remember the work of those in the labor movement who fought hard for workers' rights. We also celebrate the essential role workers play in America's growth and development—recognition some fought tirelessly for and that these Labor Day quotes honor."
"Labor Day is a national holiday in the U.S. On Labor Day, we remember the work of those in the labor movement who fought hard for workers' rights. We also celebrate the essential role workers play in America's growth and development—recognition some fought tirelessly for and that these Labor Day quotes honor."
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good morning Brother William, solid read/share good buddy. Have a blessed day.
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