The Effects Of Industrialization On US Society From 1865-1900
The Effects of Industrialization on U.S. Society from 1865 - 1900
In 1865, America was just coming out of the period of Reconstruction following the damaging Civil War, and by the early 20th century, it was on the brink of the first World War. In between those events, the Second Industrial Revolution, also known as the Technological Revolution, occurred. It was marked by advancements in mechanization that made manufacturing more effective, and in turn made industrialization more widespread. This pervasive industrialization impacted prices, the way work was done and perceived, and how corporations were organized and conducted.
Increased productivity resulted from new manufacturing processes and an expanded network of transportation enabled
In 1865, America was just coming out of the period of Reconstruction following the damaging Civil War, and by the early 20th century, it was on the brink of the first World War. In between those events, the Second Industrial Revolution, also known as the Technological Revolution, occurred. It was marked by advancements in mechanization that made manufacturing more effective, and in turn made industrialization more widespread. This pervasive industrialization impacted prices, the way work was done and perceived, and how corporations were organized and conducted.
Increased productivity resulted from new manufacturing processes and an expanded network of transportation enabled