During the first weeks of US History, we discussed the Progressive Era. The Progressive Era began as the frontiers came to an end. It brought booming inventions, fresh and exciting politics, and a new American lifestyle. The Progressive Era had a very positive impact on the world because of the increased importance of leisure and the advancements made in the government.
Along with the turn of the century came a change in the American lifestyle. Middle-class citizens no longer focused on dull industrial work, but the excitement of leisurely activities. With the sudden increase in literacy, many people found reading very enjoyable. Mass production printing presses were able to quickly and cheaply produce newspapers, such as the New York World,
Along with the turn of the century came a change in the American lifestyle. Middle-class citizens no longer focused on dull industrial work, but the excitement of leisurely activities. With the sudden increase in literacy, many people found reading very enjoyable. Mass production printing presses were able to quickly and cheaply produce newspapers, such as the New York World,