no
immigrants
representing an increase in the available labor force
providing low-cost labor for its construction
in the 1800s, why were many labor strikes unsuccessful?
Immigrants of the 1800s significantly transformed American society by contributing to its workforce, particularly during the Industrial Revolution, which fueled economic growth and urbanization. They introduced diverse cultures, languages, and traditions, enriching the social fabric of the nation. Additionally, their demand for rights and better working conditions laid the groundwork for labor movements and reforms. Overall, these immigrants played a vital role in shaping America's identity and expanding its democratic ideals.
representing an increase in the available labor force.
Immigrants
immigrants
Slavery was introduced to provide a cheap labor force.
representing an increase in the available labor force
representing an increase in the available labor force
representing an increase in the available labor force
Because they were cheap labor (it was closer to indentured servitude than wage-labor)
Slavery
In the late 1800s, many immigrants came from southeastern Europe in search of jobs in America. While they provided work, they were also controlled by mob bosses who provided them with shelter. So, Americans liked immigrants for cheap labor but disliked that they supported the mob and did not assimilate to American customs.
providing low-cost labor for its construction
They do cheap labor because they are unaware of the current currency conversion with their own money and US money. In their minds they think they may be getting more than they actually are.