The Lowell Factory System was a pioneering model of industrialization in the early 19th century, combining textile production with a unique system of labor and living arrangements for young, unmarried women.
The Muckrakers Explained
The Muckrakers were investigative journalists who exposed corruption and social injustices in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Industrial Revolution Explained
The Industrial Revolution was a period of rapid industrialization and technological advancements that transformed society and the economy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Newfoundland Loggers’ Strike Explained
The Newfoundland Loggers’ Strike was a significant labor dispute in 1959 that led to improved working conditions and wages for loggers in Newfoundland and Labrador.