1907: Iranian General Strike
Submitted by Reddebrek on Jan 17 2017 21:34
During the instability of the Constitutional Revolution of 1907 Iranian workers launched a series of strikes to achieve reforms, particularly land redistribution, the right to strike and an 8 hour day.
1919: Peru General Strike for the 8 Hour Day
Submitted by Reddebrek on Jan 17 2017 00:09
A strike by male Peruvian textile workers for a universal 8 hour work day and pay increase spread throughout the Peruvian economy.
