Grady 4

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Jim Crow Laws

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After the Civil War, Jim Crow Laws required that African Americans and whites be separated in public places.

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American Federation of Labor (AFL)

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In the early 1900s, Samuel Gompers led the AFL, focusing on better working conditions and pay for skilled workers.

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Henry Ford's Innovation

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Henry Ford was the first to implement the moving assembly line for manufacturing automobiles.

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Andrew Carnegie and John Rockefeller

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Andrew Carnegie (steel) and John Rockefeller (oil) were two of the most successful corporate leaders of their time.

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Muckrakers' Contributions

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Muckrakers wrote about and exposed issues like child labor, racial discrimination, slum housing, and corruption in business and politics.

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Transcontinental Railroad's Impact

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The transcontinental railroad crossed the continent, connecting East to West, replacing the Oregon Trail, and making travel safer, cheaper, and faster.

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Economic Growth from Railroads

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The transcontinental railroad increased both economic growth and the population in the west.

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Purpose of Jim Crow Laws

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Jim Crow Laws were designed to enforce racial segregation in public places.

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Samuel Gompers' Role

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Samuel Gompers was a key figure in leading the American Federation of Labor.

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Assembly Line Innovation

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The moving assembly line revolutionized automobile manufacturing by increasing efficiency.