1965 Delano Grape Strike

The 1965 Delano Grape Strike was a significant labor protest led by farm workers in California’s San Joaquin Valley against grape growers. Initiated by the National Farm Workers Association, founded by César Chávez and Dolores Huerta, the strike aimed for better wages and working conditions. Workers, many of whom were Mexican Americans, organized pickets and boycotts, drawing national attention to their plight. The strike lasted several years, highlighting issues of labor rights and social justice. Ultimately, it led to improved contracts for farm workers and the establishment of the United Farm Workers union, marking a pivotal moment in the labor movement.