Gilded age

American society and culture changes from 1865-1929

  • Civil Rights Act 1866

    Civil Rights Act 1866
    This act signed for all U.S. citizens was a way for all to be equally treated by law. This in one like the constitution, that has been challenged and to this day still plays a big part in society.
  • First transcontinental Railroad

    First transcontinental Railroad
    One of the most significant technological milestone of the 19th century. With the mass production and assembly line productions came the challenge of getting these products to the consumers in all directions. This led to the transcontinental Railroad that was able to deliver the products needed.
  • The 1st high frequency alternator was developed

    The 1st high frequency alternator was developed
    The innovation and development of the high frequency alternator was a major development that would allow information to pass from one person to another as well as boost social integration by allowing others from different parts of the country to learn about other cultures.
  • Model T was introduced

    Model T was introduced
    Henry Ford developed the first Model T that would eventually revolutionize society and culture as a whole.
  • WWI

    WWI
    World War I begins. Americans join to show their love and patronage for their country by enlisting and assisting others in protecting and fighting for our country.
  • First film developed

    First film developed
    The production of the first film by D.W. Griffith introduced a new era in entertainment and technology and opened doors to an american culture today.