History
Human Cost of an Emerging Industrial Economy
2018·28 pages
A historical analysis of the human toll during industrial growth, focusing on economic and social impacts.
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A historical analysis of the human toll during industrial growth, focusing on economic and social impacts.
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This document collection concerns three mine explosions that ripped through the southern Colorado cornfields in the early twentieth century. Through these documents, students will understand how Americans grappled with the deadly consequences of an emerging industrial economy fuelded by vast quantities of coal. Students are guided through their analysis of the primary sources with an author-provided learning objective, central question, and historical context.
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will contain mild spoilers
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Minor mentions of workplace injuries or accidents likely.
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Brief references to alcohol use in historical context possible.
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Strong focus on economic inequality and labor exploitation themes.
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Abuse & suffering
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Central focus on systemic suffering and labor abuses in industrial era.
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