William H. Sylvis

William H. Sylvis was a prominent American labor leader in the 19th century. He played a key role in advocating for workers' rights, including better wages, working conditions, and the right to organize. As the head of the Iron Molders' Union and founder of the National Labor Union, Sylvis worked to unite different trades and promote fairness in the workplace. His efforts helped shape early labor movements, emphasizing collective action and social reform, and he is remembered as a pioneering figure in the history of American labor activism.