Question

How and why did canals, railroads and steamships improve the economy of the United States in the early 19th century?

Answer 1

The industrial revolution brought about a massive change in the economy of United States. In the early 19th century, transportation revolution included construction of canals, railroads and steamships. Before the industrial revolution came into existence, it took a long time for sending goods across the country. With the construction of roads, canals, railroads, steamships and etcetera, the mode of transportation helped sending across goods and receiving them a lot easier. The easy access to transportation led to increase in economy when the goods were sent and received swiftly without a lag. This led to increase in income and thus, improved the economy.