In 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was made. This immediately doubled the size of United States. The vast new lands towards the west promised new opportunities for American … See more

American west was a land of promise, opportunity and risk in the 19th century. Millions of people poured into the west from 1801 to 1900. They es… See more

Cities became the hallmark of American lifestyle during the 19th century. Many new cities became established … See more

In the 19th century, American cities and towns began to spring up and expand. During the later part of the century, this expansion became very rapid. Industrial development attracted large numbers of people to the cities. During … See more

With the rise of industrial development, labor unions also came into being. Labor unions lobbied for fair wages and rights. In doing so, they often came into conflict with large companies and businesses. Many labor organizations, such a… See more

Stagecoaches were the most prevalent form of transport in the early 19th century America. Important and mo… See more

The establishment of farms and homesteads in the American West gave birth to a new kind of rural l… See more

Slavery was a contested issue in USA right from the start. The Northern states were more liberal in their views and opposed slavery from the beginning. The southern states relied heav… See more