"Flesh & Blood So Cheap" Key Details

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What was the main cause of the Triangle Factory Fire?

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The Triangle Factory Fire was primarily caused by unsafe working conditions, including locked exit doors and inadequate fire safety measures.

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What year did the Triangle Factory Fire occur?

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The Triangle Factory Fire occurred in 1911.

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What city was the Triangle Factory Fire located in?

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The Triangle Factory Fire took place in New York City.

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What were the consequences of the Triangle Factory Fire for labor laws?

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The Triangle Factory Fire led to significant reforms in labor laws and workplace safety regulations.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Flesh and Blood So Cheap'?

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The phrase highlights the devaluation of human life, particularly in the context of labor exploitation and unsafe working conditions.

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How many people died in the Triangle Factory Fire?

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Approximately 146 workers died in the Triangle Factory Fire.

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What lessons can be learned from the Triangle Factory Fire?

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The lessons include the importance of workplace safety, the need for regulations to protect workers, and the impact of collective action.

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What was the public reaction to the Triangle Factory Fire?

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The public reaction included outrage and a demand for better labor laws and safety regulations.

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Who was Albert Marrin?

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Albert Marrin is an author who wrote about the Triangle Factory Fire and its implications in his book 'From Flesh and Blood So Cheap'.

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What was the impact of the Triangle Factory Fire on future labor movements?

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The Triangle Factory Fire galvanized labor movements and increased support for workers' rights and safety.

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