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Unit 6 – Growing America (1850 – 1914)
After the American Civil War, the United States began a process of building a new economy and political structure. Events in the rest of the world began affecting the nation more noticeably. During this period of expansion, the U.S. population spread across the continent. New immigrants and new technology began to change life in many parts of the country, especially in cities. In this unit, students will learn about changes in the United States that helped the country increase its size, wealth, and power.

Reference: Holt Social Studies United States History. 23 July 2007 <[|http://my.hrw.com/tabnav/controller.jsp?isbn=0030431638>.]