1970 Delano Grape Strike

The 1970 Delano Grape Strike was a labor protest by Filipino and Mexican farm workers in California, demanding better wages and working conditions from grape growers. Organized by the United Farm Workers (UFW) led by Cesar Chavez, the strike began in September 1965 and involved a nationwide boycott of grapes. It aimed to secure fair treatment and union recognition for farmworkers, many of whom faced exploitation and poor conditions. The strike played a key role in advancing farmworkers' rights, leading to improved labor standards and inspiring future social justice movements.