Growth, Labor, and the Economy

This era explores the rapid industrialization of the U.S., the expansion of railroads, and the growth of factories and big businesses. Students examine the effects of immigration on the workforce, the rise of labor unions, and the struggles for fair working conditions. Key developments include the Gilded Age’s economic boom, the rise of monopolies, and legislative responses to labor issues. Understanding this period highlights how economic change shaped society and influenced modern American life.