Once the school year is in full swing, many of us look forward to enjoying the three-day weekend in early September known as Labor Day. However, many, including myself, do not know the history behind why we celebrate this day. According to the History.com article, “Labor Day 2024,” this holiday “pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers.” This celebration was a result of the “labor movement” of the late 19th century and became an official federal holiday in 1894.