Question

Evaluate the extent to which transportation innovation contributed to American national unity in the period from 1800 to 1860

Answer 1

Answer: Transportation innovation  led to connectivity of many states, the expansion of markets and facilitated the movement of peoples. It enhanced and boost social activities and also altered the physical landscape. 

Explanation:

America's economic transformation in the early 1800s was linked to dramatic changes in transportation networks. Construction of roads, canals, and railroads led to the expansion of markets, facilitated the movement of peoples, and altered the physical landscape. The major developments of transportation included tollroads, steam boats, canals railroads, textile mills, and also interchangeable parts.