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Early 1890s
The Industrial Revolution in the United States culminated in a massive expansion of factories and the railroad system. This has boosted productivity and laid a solid foundation for economic growth. -
1893
The Great Depression occurred, and although it was a serious economic crisis, it also gave birth to new government policies in economic regulation and social welfare. -
1898
War broke out between the United States and Spain. The United States won the war and gained the Spanish colonies in the Americas, including Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. The war strengthened America's standing on the international stage -
Early 1900
The United States began a massive overseas expansion, gradually establishing its influence on a global scale through investment, trade and diplomacy -
1903
The formation of Standard Oil, the largest oil company in the world at the time, marked the rise of the United States in the energy sector. -
1904
The St. Louis World's Fair was held, showcasing America's great progress in industry, technology and culture. -
1906
The passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act marks an important step in the United States' efforts to protect consumer rights and promote market regulation. -
1912
Woodrow Wilson was elected President of the United States, and he proposed a "new freedom" policy, emphasizing the active role of government in the social and economic spheres. -
1913
The establishment of the Federal Reserve System (Fed) has provided strong support for monetary policy and financial stability in the United States -
1914
World War I broke out, and although the United States initially remained neutral, the global conflict further underscored the importance of the United States in world affairs.