Transportation Revolution

The Transportation Revolution refers to the period, primarily in the 19th century, when significant advancements in transportation transformed how people and goods moved. Innovations like canals, railroads, and steamships greatly enhanced efficiency and accessibility. These improvements connected distant regions, boosted trade, and facilitated westward expansion, particularly in the United States. As transportation became faster and cheaper, it spurred economic growth, urbanization, and changes in lifestyle, ultimately shaping modern society. This era laid the groundwork for the ongoing evolution of transportation technologies we see today.