The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
What did firefighters find in the remains of the building besides bodies?
11 engagement rings and women laying dead at their work stations.
How many women died in all?
145 deaths
Where did the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire occur?
New York
How many people showed up at the funeral?
Over 400,000 people showed up
What inference can we make about the size of the crowd?
People were upset about the tragedy.
Who mostly worked at the Triangle Shirtwaist factor?
Teenage girls that did not speak English
What happened to the owners?
They were acquitted.
Why were the doors locked during the Triangle Shirtwaist Company fire?
To prevent stealing
What outraged the public regarding the Triangle Shirtwaist fire?
people were outraged that the owners received no punishment.
How might government and public attitude change after the fire?
the government would make sure there is a safer working environment and would help getting these laws in effect.
