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Industrialization
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The New Immigrants
Immigration from Europe, Asia, the carribean and mexico reached a new high in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Some of them went to Ellis Island in the New York Harbor.
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The Age of the Railroads
The growth and consolidation of railroads benefited the nation but also led to corruption and required government regulation.
Railroads made possible the expansion of industry across the United States. As the railroads became more popular they influenced many americans. Even though the railroads were a good thing they were also abused. -
Imperialism and America
Beginning in 1867 and continuing thorugh the century, global competition caused the United States to expand.
During this time period, the United States acquired Hawaii and Alaska, both of which became states in 1959. -
The Spanish- American War
In 1898, the United States went to war to help Cuba win its independence from Spain.
U.S. involvement in Latin America and Asia increased greatly as a result of the war and continues today. -
America as a World Power
The Russo-Japenese War, the Panama Canal, and the Mexican Revolution added to Americals military and economic power.
American involvement in conflicts around 1900 led to a peacekeeper role in today's world. -
The Harlem Renaissance
African American ideas, politics, art, literature, and musi flourished in Harlem and elsewhere in the United States.
The Harlem Renaissance provided a foundation of African- American intellectualism to which African American writers, artists, and musicians contribute today. -
The Expansion of Industry
At the end of the 19th century, natural resources, creative idea, and growing markets fueled and industrial boom.
Technological develoments of the late 19th century paved the way for the continued growth of the American Industry. -
Acquiring New Lands
In the early 1900's the United States engaged in conflicts in Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines.
Today, the United States maintains a strong military and political presence in strategic worldwide locations. -
The War at Home
World War I spurred social, political, and economic change in the United States.
Such changes increased government powers and expanded economic opportunities. -
World War I Begins
As World War I intesified, the United States was forced to abandon its neutrality.
The United States remains involved in European and world affairs. -
American Power Tips the Balance
The United States mobilized a large army and navy to help the Allies achieve victory.
During World War I, the United States military evolved into the powerful fighting force that it remains today. -
Wilson Fights for Peace
European leaders opposed most of Wilson's peace plan, and the U.S. Senate failed to ratify the peace treaty.
Many of the nationalist issues left unresolved after World War I continue to trouble the world today. -
The Twenties Woman
American women pursued new lifestyles and assumed new jobs and different roles in society during the 1920s.
Workplace opportunities and trends in family life are still major issues for women today. -
Changing the ways of life.
Americans experienced cultural conflicts as customs and values changed in the 1920s.
The way in which different groups react to change continues to cause conflict today. -
The Nation's Sick Economy.
As the property of 1920's ended, severe economic problems gripped the nation.
The great depression has had lasting effects on how Americans view themselves and their government. -
Hoover Struggles with the Depression
President Hoover's conservative response to the Great Depression drew critisism from many Americans.
Worsening conditions in the country caused the government to become more involved in the health and wealth of the people. -
Hardship and Suffering During the Depression
During the Great Depression Americans did what they had to do to survive.
Since the Great Depression, many Americans have been more catious about saving, investing and borrowing. -
Dictators Threaten World Peace
The rise of rulers with total power in Europe and Asia lef to World War II.
Dictators of the 1930's and 1940's changed the course of history, making world leaders especially watchful for the actions of dictators today. -
War in Europe
Using the sudden mass attack called blitzkrieg; Germany invaded and quickly conquered many European countries. Hitlers actions started World War II and still serve as a warning to be vigilant about totalitarian government. -
America Moves Toward War
In response to the fighting in Europe, the United States provided economic and military aid to help the Allies achieve victory. The miitary capability of the US became a deciding factor in World War II and in world afairs ever since. -
The Holocaust
During the Holocaust, the Nazis systematically executed 6 million jews and 5 million other "Non-Aryans." After the atrocities of the Holocaust, agencies formed to publicize hman rights. These agencies have remained a force in today's world. -
Education and Popular Culture
The mass media, movies, and spectator sports played important roles in creating the popular culture of the 1920's -- a culture that many artists and writers criticized.
Much of todays popular culture can trace its roots to the popular culture of the 1920's.
