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Industrial Revolution
This is when America and much of Europe switched from an agricultural society to an industrial one. Many immigrants were unskilled and the working conditions were dangerous, workers endured long periods of unemployment, wage cuts and no benefits. -
Tammany Hall
A organization formed in opposition to the federalists party it became known for charges of corruption levied against leaders such as William M. “Boss” Tweed. -
Transcontinental Railroad
This led to rapid settlement of the western United States. It made it much easier to transport goods over long distance. It also resulted in rail companies and their executives receiving lavish amounts of money and land. -
Political Machines
They controlled the activities of political parties in the city to make sure their candidates were elected, and made sure the city government worked to their advantage.
