On October 22, 1913, workers in Lawrence, Massachusetts, went on strike, demanding better working conditions and higher wages. The strike, which involved thousands of immigrant workers, became one of the most significant labor protests of the early 20th century. After several months of protests and violent clashes with authorities, the workers achieved their demands for better pay and working conditions. The strike drew national attention to the plight of laborers and contributed to the passage of labor laws. The Lawrence Textile Strike became a symbol of the power of organized labor in the United States.