Emergence Of Modern America: The Gilded Age - Developments In Farming

Emergence Of Modern America: The Gilded Age - Developments In Farming

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Biology, History, Life Skills

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the impact of new machinery on job distribution, leading to urban growth and a shift in workforce demand from craftsmen to factory workers. It highlights the influx of immigrants seeking better opportunities, who often faced harsh working conditions. The rise of skyscrapers marked a new era in construction, symbolizing the American dream, though many immigrants lived in poverty. Political corruption exploited immigrant voting power, with figures like Boss Tweed manipulating elections.

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What role did political power play for immigrants during this time?

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Who was William 'Boss' Tweed and what methods did he use to gain power?

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