People created unions during the late 1800s to address poor working conditions, low wages, long hours, and lack of job security in industrial settings. Workers banded together to form unions in order to collectively bargain for better wages, benefits, and improved working conditions. Unions also provided a platform for workers to have a voice in the workplace and advocate for their rights as laborers. Additionally, unions sought to address the power imbalances between workers and employers, ultimately aiming to improve the lives of working-class individuals.
