GM Workers' 1937 Sit-Down Strike in Flint Advanced Labor Rights
In 1937, autoworkers in Flint, Michigan, employed a sit-down strike instead of traditional picketing, halting production at General Motors. This action compelled the company to acknowledge their union, marking a pivotal moment for organized labor in the United States.
Key facts
- The event occurred in 1937
- It took place in Flint, Michigan
- Autoworkers participated in a sit-down strike
- General Motors was the targeted company
- The strike led to union recognition
Entities
Institutions
- General Motors
Locations
- Flint, Michigan