Key Historical Economic and Social Changes in Early 20th Century America

Economic influence in the South during early America led to a disregard for slavery due to financial interests.
The late 19th century saw monopoly holders gain control over industries, affecting workplaces and social structures.
Children worked to support families as there were no child labor laws; women often worked in sweatshops, while men worked long hours for low pay (12-14 hours a day, six days a week).
The economy and society were tightly controlled by a few, leading to high mortality rates and a lack of concern for workers.
The situation began to change in the 20th century, particularly after events like the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, which highlighted the need for social and economic reforms.
This period marked a shift towards progressivism, aiming for both economic and social development from the 1900s to the 1929 market crash, during the prosperous Roaring Twenties.