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J.P. Knight of England invents traffic lights in 1868.
This invention gives a hint as to where the American dream is headed. With the use of cars becoming commonplace soon, use of these lights are a necessity to operate safely in this automobile driven country. -
J.P. Knight of England invents traffic lights in 1868.
This invention shows where the the American dream is headed. With America soon being introduced to automobiles, this invention helped lead America to a safer more modern country where the modern lifestyle is strived for -
8 Hour Work Day
This was the first time the government took the peoples input into consideration regarding workers rights. This led to the introduction to the 8 hour work day -
The Transcontinental Railroad
This invention led to the connection of the entire country, leading to a rapid incline in connectivity in America. -
Standard Oil becoming a Monopoly
Standard Oil becoming a monopoly became a standard for people in America. People started to seek money to fuel their fulfillment in life. -
The Assembly Line
First introduction to the assembly line. Increased production and lowered cost of product -
USA enters World War 1
USA joins Allies in the first world war despite many Americans being against it -
Roosevelt introduces "New Deal"
response to the depression. It focused mainly on the 3 R's (relief, recovery and reform) -
Japan attacks Pearl Harbor. US enters WW2
This attack brought the people of the USA together and patriotism rose. This led to the US entering with war with the Allies.
