Summary of The Industrial Economy: Crash Course US History #23

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The Industrial Economy was a time period of rapid growth and technological innovation in the United States. This growth was often accompanied by exploitation of workers, and labor markets were often unstable. Unions emerged to try to improve conditions for workers. The Industrial Economy was a time period of great change in the United States, and it shaped the country into the economic powerhouse it is today.

• 00:00:00 In this Crash Course U.S. History video, John Green explains how the industrial economy developed in the United States after the Civil War. The growth was largely due to innovation in technology, finance, and law, as well as immigration and the growth of cities. The Industrial Revolution was also helped by the introduction of a national currency, the Civil War, and government sponsorship of railroads.
• 00:05:00 The industrial economy was marked by rapid growth, technological innovation, and the development of large corporations. However, this growth was often accompanied by exploitation of workers, and labor markets were often unstable. Unions emerged to try to improve conditions for workers.
• 00:10:00 In thisCrash Course video, historian Michael Lind discusses the Industrial Economy, which was a time period in which America became a leading player in the global economy. This period was characterized by rapid growth and uneven gains in prosperity, as well as the rise of large corporations. Unions played a major role in this time period, as they fought for better working conditions and greater equality.