Hello everyone! Today we discussed the challenges that immigrants faced once they arrived in the United States and the issues that urbanization brought to the cities of the late 19th century. We also discussed the political practices of city bosses and assessed whether political machines were more beneficial or more hurtful to the cities. I ended by stating that the working conditions for these new immigrants were no better than their living conditions. However, unions began to be formed to better these conditions.
For
homework, you are to research the Knights of Labor and the American Federation
of Labor and answer the questions on your worksheet. Please also remember that
you will have an assessment on the Gilded Age when we return from our extended
weekend (Wednesday). Have a great weekend!
~Mr. Mazur
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