Crash Course U.S. History: The Industrial Economy
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This episode discusses the industrial economy that arose in the United States after the Civil War. Many of the changes in technology and ideas gave rise to this new industrialism in America. Viewers will learn about the rise of the Captains of Industry (or Robber Barons). They will also learn about trusts, combinations, and how the government responded to these new business practices. Part of the "Crash Course U.S. History" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 12 minutes 30 seconds
- Topic: Business, History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Economics, Government, U.S. History - 1866-1900
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 2013
- Producer/Distributor: Complexly
- Series: Crash Course U.S. History
- Writer: Christine Lowe
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