Period 6 1865-1898
Overview The end of Civil War in 1865 to the start of the Spanish-American War in 1898 serve as a convenient time frame for Period 6, which is focused on the fast-paced economic and urban development of the United States. During this period, the nation transformed from a rural agrarian to an increasingly urbanized society, resulting in significant social, economic, political, and environmental changes. Massive migrations and the emergence of an industrial culture led to greater opportunities as well as restrictions and prejudices towards immigrants, minorities, and women. New political, cultural, and intellectual movements attempted to address growing economic disparities. As a result, the United States emerged as the largest economy in the world and a potential international power. |