WESTWARD EXPANSION INDUSTRIALIZATION URBANIZATION 1870 1900
AMERICAN INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT IN THE GILDED AGE
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Rural areas on farms
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Urban areas with those of similar origin
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Reservations
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Wealthy suburbs
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Detailed explanation-1: -Immigrants are highly geographically concentrated. Compared to the native born they are more likely to live in the central parts of Metropolitan Areas in “gateway (major international airport) cities” in six states (California, New York, Texas, Florida, New Jersey and Illinois).
Detailed explanation-2: -One important result of industrialization and immigration was the growth of cities, a process known as urbanization. Commonly, factories were located near urban areas. These businesses attracted immigrants and people moving from rural areas who were looking for employment.
Detailed explanation-3: -At the turn of the century, why did most immigrants to the United States settle in cities? Jobs were readily available. Government relief programs required immigrants to settle in cities. Labor union leaders encouraged unrestricted immigration.
Detailed explanation-4: -Between 1870 and 1900, the largest number of immigrants continued to come from northern and western Europe including Great Britain, Ireland, and Scandinavia. But “new” immigrants from southern and eastern Europe were becoming one of the most important forces in American life.