The Railroad Revolution: Connecting a Nation
The influx of eager fortune seekers spurred the urgent need for infrastructure development, particularly railway networks to facilitate transportation and commerce. To meet the demand for labor, thousands of Chinese workers were recruited, contributing to the completion of the USA’s transcontinental railroad by 1870 and Canada’s by 1885. This rapid expansion symbolized the dynamism of American progress, as noted by industrialist Andrew Carnegie.
The Gold Rush, and the Growth of Industries|Class 11 History Notes
In the 1840s, the discovery of gold in California ignited the famous Gold Rush, drawing thousands of hopeful prospectors from around the world to the shores of North America. This pivotal event not only fueled dreams of quick wealth but also laid the groundwork for significant industrial expansion across the continent.
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