Citrus Strike of 1936
The Citrus Strike of 1936 was the largest strike to affect the Citrus industry in southern California among citrus workers for better working conditions that took place within the Citrus belt covering more than 280,000 acres covering various cities within Orange County, such as Fullerton and Anaheim from June 10 to July 25. Multiple factors led the citrus workers to strike including low paid wages, harsh working conditions, inadequate living conditions, and overall social dynamics.