APUSH P6

Gilded Age

A period marked by industrial development, cultural change, and significant economic growth in the late 19th century.

Andrew Carnegie

A key figure in the expansion of the American steel industry and one of the richest Americans of his time.

Great Railroad Strike

The first nationwide strike in the US, occurring in 1877 due to wage cuts imposed by railroad companies.

Great Sioux War

A conflict between the US government and Native Americans over territory in the Black Hills, driven by the desire for gold.

Cultural Change

A transformation in social norms, values, and practices in society, especially noted during the Gilded Age.

Public Debates

Discussions and arguments regarding political and social issues that characterized the Gilded Age.

Economic Boom

A period of significant economic growth and prosperity, particularly notable in the late 19th century.

Labor Conditions

The environment and circumstances in which workers operate, often poor during the Gilded Age leading to strikes.

Railroad Companies

Major businesses that operated railways, played a crucial role in the economy but were often criticized for their treatment of laborers.

Job Layoffs

The termination of employees by employers, a common occurrence during the economic fluctuations of the Gilded Age.

Profits

Financial gains made by companies, often contrasted with the low wages of laborers in the railroad industry.

Wage Cuts

Reductions in employee salaries, a significant factor leading to the Great Railroad Strike.

Sioux and Lakota

Native American tribes involved in the negotiations and conflicts over land in the Great Sioux War.