Mummy, What Did You Do In The Revolution?

From the almanac for 8 March, comes these two items:

1908: Thousands of workers in the NY needle trades (primarily women) demonstrate and begin a strike for higher wages, shorter workday and an end to child labor. Becomes the basis for International Women's Day.

1917: February Revolution begins, Russia. Women workers in Petrograd begin economic and political strike, providing the spark.