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no one "took over" the railroads at that time. Although there was railroad regulation, railroads remained mainly in the hands of private enterprise. There were many railroad lines till sometime in the middle of the 20th century. ie: Atchinson, Topeka, and Santa Fe, Union Pacific, New York Central, etc.
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During the 1840s the advantage that canals had over railroads was that shipping by canal was?
Cheaper
What was the most popular TV in the 19th century?
The TV was not invented until the 20th century! TV actually evolved over a period of time, but didn't really get going until well into the 20th century...so does your query refer to the most popular TV show of the 20th century (1900s, i.e. 1900-1999) or the most popular make of television during the same period ?
What was one advantage of canals over railroads in the 1840s?
the advantage of canals over railroads was they could carry heavy materials quickly to where they where needed where as rail was not able to carry very much. Canals, while harder to build, were less expensive to operate.
What led to the most sectional strife over slavery in the first half of the 19th century?
The most significant sectional strife over slavery in the first half of the 19th century was driven by the expansion of slavery into newly acquired territories and states following the Mexican-American War. The debate over whether these areas would be free or slave states intensified tensions, exemplified by the Missouri Compromise and the Compromise of 1850. Additionally, the publication of influential works like Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" and the rise of abolitionist movements heightened divisions between the North and South, exacerbating the conflict over slavery.
What freedoms were english colonists looking for in america?
The settlers from Great Britain brought with them the political ideas surrounding a monarchy- Parliamentary type of government. In its own fashion it was an enlightened system compared to other Western European nations. They brought with them their knowledge of how to build factories, and railroads. On the not so good things were certain diseases unknown to the New World, along with the notion ( held by their rivals ) that the New World was territory they could claim as their own. Early on in the 17th century they bought slaves to work the tobacco and cotton farms. They legalized slavery in the 18th century. On the other hand, they abolished the slave trade from Africa to their plantations in the West Indies. Later in the 19th century they abolished slavery in the areas of the New World they controlled. They also brought with them a "plan" to reimburse slave owners when slavery was abolished. This is said to have cost them over $100 million. It was a method that Lincoln thought about as he wrestled with slavery in the UNited States.
A major complaint of western farmers in the late 19th century concerned the?
4. power of banks and railroads over the farm economy. -Banks held mortgages on the farms and the railroads manipulated transport rates.
What countries did Russia take over in the 19th century?
Russia was able to defeat and take over Armenia, Nakhchivan and Azerbaijan in the 19th century.
What country was colonized by imperial power in the 19th century?
If its in early 19th century then i think its England
What countries did Japan take over during the 19th century?
During the 19th century japan expanded into Korea and China
What countries got took over by the ottoman empire in the 19th century?
Countries took over by the ottoman empire in the 19th century include Moldavia, Somalia, Hungary, Egypt,
What would be a good topic sentence about what is new in railroads?
Railroads have been improved over the last century, and new additions have been made to make them even better.
During the 19th century European nations established spheres of influence in china mainly to?
gain access to trade opportunities and resources, such as tea and silk, in China. This allowed European nations to expand their economic interests and exert influence over Chinese markets.
What do love letters from the 19th Century show?
How relationships grew and changed over time
What region of the country had the most railroads?
The region of the United States with the most railroads historically has been the Northeast. This area, particularly during the 19th century, experienced significant industrial growth and urbanization, leading to an extensive network of railroads to facilitate transportation of goods and people. Major cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Boston were key hubs, contributing to the dense concentration of rail infrastructure. Over time, while railroads expanded to other regions, the Northeast has maintained a legacy of being a critical railroad center.
How did Americans gradually increase their influence over Hawaii in the 19Th century?
The Americans gradually increased their influence over Hawaii in the 19th century by helping the people of Hawaii to depose of their queen. They also seized almost 2 million acres of land.
Who took over hong kong from the Chinese in the 19th century?
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Who were the robber barons?
The richest business leaders of the 19th century
