The slogan "eight-hour working system" originated in Britain, where capitalism developed earlier. According to historical records, as early as August of 18 17, robert owen, a British utopian socialist, put forward the problem of eight-hour work system and made it an important part of his "ideal society" system.

1833 with Owen's support, compassionate factory owners John Fielden and John Doschetti launched an eight-hour working day movement. 1833165438+1On October 25th, they established the National Renaissance Association in Manchester, with the aim of helping the working class get eight-hour jobs and full-time wages.