INDIVISIBLE
Confronting Enduring Legacies of Division in American History
THE SECOND INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
Contributors: Daniel, Jonathan
The following exhibits highlight events from the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad to the 1920s. It also explains the impact of the Second Industrial Revolution in multiple aspects such as political, environmental, social and technological advancements.
ANARCHISM- DANIEL
This website is about the anarchist movement during the Second Industrial Revolution, covering important figures involved, the role of anarchism during this time period, and the legacy and contribution of women to the movement.
Author’s Statement:
The Second Industrial Revolution was a time where workers had to fight for their rights and safety in the face of rich industrialists. During this time the anarchist movement gained a lot of popularity. With many anarchists leading the push for social age, this is an important part of US history which includes some of the United States strongest women. In this website you will learn about the anarchist movement, famous anarchists during the Second Industrial Revolution, and some of the impacts the anarchist movement has left. This website explains what anarchism is and its role during the Second Industrial Revolution.
TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD- JONATHAN
This video includes information on the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, and highlights important figures, such as the “Big Four”.
Author’s Statement: From the Gilded Age to now, Chinese people still face challenges in society. Visit The NewYork Historical Society’s online exhibition to learn more about Chinese exclusion and inclusion.