oct 26, 1825 - Construction of Erie Canal
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The Erie Canal was the first major system of transportation in America. It stretched 363 miles to connect the Atlantic Ocean through the Hudson River and ran all the way to Lake Erie. This canal, paired with the invention of the steam boat, made transporting goods and people much easier. This was extremely important because it facilitated interstate trade and made the nation more connected, which helped the spread of ideas and cultures. It also set the stage for America’s industrialization, which was a defining aspect of American society and economy.
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