Do you know the origin of International Labour Day???

?The detailed story of May Day can be traced back to the United States in the late 19th century. At that time, workers' working conditions were often harsh, with long hours, low wages, and a lack of safety. In order to fight for better working conditions, workers began to organize and stage protests and strikes.

In 1886, workers in Chicago launched a movement to reduce working hours to eight hours a day, which became known as the "Eight-Hour Day Movement." The climax of this movement was the Massacre on May 4, 1886, when thousands of workers held a rally demanding the implementation of an eight-hour working day, but the police suppressed it, resulting in many deaths and injuries. This tragedy shocked the world and became an important turning point in the international workers' movement.

In order to commemorate this tragedy and support the labor movement, in 1889, the Second International decided at a meeting in Paris to designate May 1st each year as International Labor Day. This decision was supported by the working class around the world, and May Day has since become a symbol of the global working class's solidarity in fighting for their rights.

The story of May Day reflects the sacrifices and efforts made by the working class for better working conditions, and also demonstrates the spirit of unity and struggle. This festival not only commemorates historical struggles, but also calls on all sectors of society to pay attention to and respect the rights and interests of workers.

??Characteristics of Each Country：

China: Every May Day, the party and government commend workers who have made outstanding contributions. Celebrating all over the country, people gather in parks, theaters, and squares to participate in various celebration rallies or cultural and sports entertainment activities, such as labor competitions, sports meets, galas, etc. For many people, May Day International Labor Day is also a good time to travel.

Russia: On May Day, Russia holds various celebrations and mass demonstrations. The parade passes through the city's main streets and squares, and ends with a large rally and celebration in the ancient or wide central square.

Germany: It is said that on the eve of May Day a long time ago, "witches" danced all night long on the Brocken Mountain and hills across Europe, waiting for the appearance of the male god with chair horns. The German tradition of singing and dancing on this night has been passed down to this day and has become a folk custom.

France: In France, May 1 itself is a traditional strike day, so on this day French workers from all walks of life will take to the streets to demand improved working conditions. In addition, May Day International Labor Day is also known as Lily of the Valley Day. On this day, everyone should buy a few bouquets of lily of the valley flowers to give to themselves, their loved ones and their friends. The French believe that lily of the valley will bring favor to the god of love and good luck.

Canada: Canada celebrates Labor Day on the first Monday of September every year. For most Canadians, Labor Day marks the end of summer. Normally, parents use the Labor Day holiday to buy school supplies for their children for the new semester, and businesses often take the opportunity to promote stationery.

Poland: In Poland, there is a national holiday on May 1st. Since the 3rd is Polish National Day, some units will take the holiday from the 1st to the 3rd. On May 1st, leftist groups and political parties in Poland will hold mass demonstrations to celebrate May Day. The parades will carry slogans such as "8-hour working day", "labor, peace and socialism" and "increase wages". Demand the protection of workers' rights and interests and the elimination of unemployment.

As the younger generation, we must cherish and be grateful for the rights that our predecessors fought for us. Happy Labor Day to everyone who reads this article!

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