were Americans influenced by the growth of railroads during the Second Industrial Revolution? Railroads led to shortages of raw
materials for factories and of workers on farms Railroads stimulated the construction of steamships to trade up and down rivers Railroads created the need for time zones, the growth of cities, and the first truly national market Railroads made it more difficult to transport goods from place to place
Railroads created time zones, the growth of cities and the first truly national market.
Few advances in American history have been as prominent as the expansion of the railroads. During the early nineteenth century, the desire for technological advancement was ever prevalent. With the invention of the steam locomotive, bright opportunities lied ahead.
They managed the family farm or business and became accountable for any additional responsibilities of the men who were off at war. Both married and single women followed the army camps. Some did this to be close to their husbands, while others looked to the Continental Army for protection.
