This long chapter describes in detail the revolutions in transportation from steam boats on rivers to canals to railroads. The impact on one particular county in Illinois is presented. The period also saw a revolution in communication methods. During the Ante Bellum period the economy was subject to business cycles that are recounted, and the forces behind and extent of urbanization are outlined. Early labor movements are included.

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The Transportation and Communication Revolution, Business Cycles, and Urbanization

  • John F. McDonald

摘要

This long chapter describes in detail the revolutions in transportation from steam boats on rivers to canals to railroads. The impact on one particular county in Illinois is presented. The period also saw a revolution in communication methods. During the Ante Bellum period the economy was subject to business cycles that are recounted, and the forces behind and extent of urbanization are outlined. Early labor movements are included.