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This stems back to the Industrial Revolution. Water power was at one time the most common power used to run machinery. It eventually was replaced by steam power, which also needed water. Rivers were also a good way to ship items from one place to another.
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Why do you think large medieval cities were located along rivers?
It supports water supply and farming.
Why do you think the large medieval cities were located along rivers?
Rivers were the fastest and cheapest mode of moving goods for trade and commerce. They were the highways of medieval times.
Many cities are located on rivers why do you think this is so?
so they have enough water and so they think there cool to have a big river near them
Why do you think these cities were started beside rivers?
Please specify which cities you are refering to.
Why do you think most large cities in the us are located along rivers?
This stems back to the Industrial Revolution. Water power was at one time the most common power used to run machinery. It eventually was replaced by steam power, which also needed water. Rivers were also a good way to ship items from one place to another.
What are the physical characteristics of rivers?
I think like mountains, cities, or whatever surrounds it.
Why were china's first farming villages along its rivers?
Think agriculture.
Why do you think governments are usually located in cities?
Governments are usually located in cities because government needs a work force and a central location.
Are any crops grown along the yellow river?
no crops cant grow in rivers just think about it
What cities are located near lake pontchartain?
I think the anwser is New Orleans
What other cities and countries are located along latitude?
Sorry, there's not enough information in your question for WikiAnswers to help you. What latitude are you asking about? Please re-think your question and ask again. We want to help!
Why do you think the states with the highest number of representatives are located along major waterways?
I think it is just a coincidence
