The Development of American Economy

Create an essay of 500-750 words, describing the development of industry, business, and labor after the American Civil War. Address the following:

  1. Discuss several of the industries of America’s Industrial Revolution in the post-Civil War period.
  2. What made these leaders of industry successful?
  3. Explain the origins and growth of labor unions.
  4. What did Labor Unions accomplish?

Use a minimum of three of the sources provided to support your assignment and be sure to cite the sources.

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