India, Sept. 7 -- Labor Day is one of the most celebrated occasions in America. It means a long weekend, family gatherings, parades, and the unofficial end of summer. Yet, beyond the holiday lies a much bolder story rooted in the achievements and struggles of American laborers. Taking place on the first Monday of September, Labor Day represents the social and economic achievements of workers throughout the United States.

What Is Labor Day and Why Is It Celebrated?

Labor Day is an annual US holiday dedicated to recognising the social and economic achievements of American workers. It grew out of the late-19th-century labour movement, when workers and labour organisations pushed for better working conditions and greater recognition of thei...