During the industrial revolution in the United States, tremendous economic prosperity resulted in social and political unrest. It seemed the rich were getting richer while the poor remained poor. The middle class was forged out of the industrial revolution but would be challenged at this time. Large influxes of immigrants would also create tensions among the social classes. Furthermore, textile, steel, railroad, and automobile industries were growing exponentially, employing thousands. The class struggles was a …showed first 75 words of 2573 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2573 total…end of the industrial revolution. However, the idea of the family unit as the top priority in people’s lives was in jeopardy. Social and economic status was determining the way people lived their lives. Ironically, the family unit, which is at the core of American success and progress, has ever so slightly declined due to the industrial revolution and the materialistic society that is obsessed with money and material possessions. HST 323 - Final Paper