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Analyzing Photographs of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

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While a catalyst for the labor movement, 146 people lost their lives in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in 1913. A series of photographs of the aftermath of the tragedy help young historians consider the impact of the fire. The photos are accompanied by questions to help them build their primary source image skills.

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Concepts

fire, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, child labor, child labor laws, labor laws, labor unions, workplace safety, progressivism, the progressive era

Instructional Ideas

Use image analysis to introduce a unit on the Progressive Era or labor movements
Offer as an exit ticket activity following the introduction of these concepts

Classroom Considerations

Images—while not graphic—imply death and may not be appropriate in all settings

Pros

Photos are tragic and gripping
Ideas for discussion make the activity easy to integrate into discussion

Cons

Further details on the fire and its connection to the labor movement are not included, requiring additional teacher research

Common Core

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