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In 1895, the Department of Street Cleaning in New York City created a permanent group of sanitation workers known then as the White Wings seen here.





They were some of the earliest garbage collectors and sanitation workers in the United States.


What would cause the need for these workers? (U6.1 and Unit 4-6 EOC Study Notes) TEKS - 3(C), 13(A&B), 14(A)

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Labor Movement
Labor Movement

Rural Movement
Rural Movement

Westward Movement
Westward Movement

Urbanization
Urbanization

Populism
Populism

Unionizing
Unionizing
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The need for the White Wings and other sanitation workers was primarily caused by **Urbanization**. As cities grew rapidly during the late 19th century, especially in New York City, the increase in population led to a significant rise in waste and garbage. This necessitated the creation of organized services for waste management and sanitation to maintain public health and hygiene in crowded urban areas.

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