Section 2
A Market Society
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Boundless U.S. History
U.S. History
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5 concepts
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A Market Society
The Market Revolution of the early nineteenth century saw advances in technology, transportation, communication, and manufacturing.
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Commercial Farmers
New technologies rapidly transformed and commercialized the agricultural sector in the American South and West.
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The Growth of Cities
In the early 1800s, the ports of Boston, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York were sites of rapid urban development.
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The Beginnings of the Labor Movement
Union activity and striking, spearheaded by women factory workers in the 1800s, were important means by which workers could address harsh manufacturing conditions.
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The Development of Holidays
In 1870, Congress enacted the first four federal holidays: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.