Anti-Trust Movements (jan 1, 1880 – jul 2, 1890)
Description:
Cause:1. large corporations started to increase income by taking advantage of workers
2. formation of monopolies and trusts
Effect:
1. Congress passed the Antitrust Act which prohibited any form of trust
2. Sherman Antitrust Act wasn't enforced on manufacturing but through commerce
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1880
jul 2, 1890
~ 10 years