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Deep Dive: Triangle Fire (2011)

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Triangle Fire
The Triangle Fire chronicles the events of March 25, 1911, when a fire broke out at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City, resulting in the deaths of 148 young women, many of whom were recent immigrants. The film examines the unsafe working conditions and lack of fire safety regulations that contributed to the tragedy. It uses archival footage and personal stories to illustrate the impact of the fire on the victims' families and the labor movement. The aftermath of the fire led to significant changes in labor laws and the relationship between labor and industry in the United States. The documentary provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the fire and its lasting effects on labor rights, emphasizing the importance of the tragedy in shaping modern workplace safety standards.

Why Watch

  • •See the impact of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
  • •Meet the families of the victims and their stories.
  • •Find out how the fire changed labor laws in America.

Did You Know

•148 young women died in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
•The fire occurred on March 25, 1911, in New York City.
•Many victims were recent immigrants working in unsafe conditions.
•The tragedy sparked significant changes in labor laws in the U.S.

Perfect For

Labor history enthusiastsFire safety advocatesImmigrant rights supporters