After reading the selection, post two comments regarding the following question. Your first comment will be your answer, while the second in response to your classmates.
In many ways, New York City epitomized the way industrialization and urbanization affected a given area during the 19th Century. However, the effects of said industrialization/urbanization resulted in an even greater demand for innovation in regards to urban planning and technology. What do you think about this statement? Provide evidence from the reading to support your answer. We will discuss this matter in class upon the completion of the storybooks tomorrow.
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The statement overall is truthful. if make new technology then you will need tools to fix that technology, and a factory to make the tools, and someone to get the materials for the tools. all these things just for the tools to fix the thing someone created. with all the industy in new york, there was plenty of innovations needed for up keep on such industy.
ReplyDeleteWhen industrialization was first introduced in New York, it was viewed as a revolutionary movement that most regarded with an inability to comprehend such developments in technology. The introduction of railroads and other forms of transportation in New York City were originally a pioneering concept, but by the end of the 19th century, New York residents were left craving for more. Such an abrupt period of technological development was unexpected in the beginning and only left urbanized Americans expecting it to continue for decades more. An example can be seen in the new transportation capabilities of the Brooklyn Bridge. When it was introduced, Brooklynites were elated not to have to take a ferry across the water. But by 1890, so many commuters took a path across the bridge each morning that an expansion and much more construction was needed. Overall, in transportation, in industrial machinery, and even in American's homes, once the innovation of the Industrial Revolution had ended, Americans had become so accustomed to the flow of technological developments that eventually the growing demand for innovation could no longer be met.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Ricky in that the technicalities of the urbanized industries and factories necessitated greater and continuous innovation, neither of which existed towards the end of the 19th century. However, I think that the appetite of the Americans for innovation had grown throughout this period, which largely contributed to growing demand for further urbanization and advancement in the cities.
ReplyDeleteI think this statement is very truthful. As more and more people moved into areas that were as densely populated as New York, the demand for innovation greatly increased. With huge increases in population, the demand for greater technology such as ways for clean water and waste removal were critical. Without new inventions, the area would've soon diminished. Overall, the urbanization of New York and other highly populated areas, helped to spark innovation, because it was necessary in order to function optimumly.
ReplyDeleteI agree with both Isha and Ricky that once smaller technologies were introduced, citizens began to want more. This sparked the overall 'boom' of technological invention, which contributed to the evolution of our country.
ReplyDeleteI found this to be a truthful statement, by the end of the 19th century everyone had the desire for new technology and lots of people were open to ideas and experimenting. With all of the new inventions people felt that the sky was the limit so to speak, they were craving and desiring something new and something better and more advanced. However, certain technological advances mentioned in the packet were needed to improve the quality of life, such as improvements to waste removal. The urbanization and the industrialization in New York created endless possibilities and improved the quality of life.
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone and I think Tyler brings up a good point when she discusses waste removal and the improvements to the water. Ricky and Isha also bring up good points by showing that the first technology improvements are what sparked the creation of the later ones.
ReplyDeleteIncreased urbanization and industrialization absolutely lead further innovations in technology and urban planning. The consolidation of we know as New York today required a massive amount of planning. The city had to adjust to population increase from immigration and migration from rural areas. People were drawn into cities due to mechanization of farming. The argument was made that consolidating New York and Brooklyn would make planning easier, and eventually this argument won out. An excellent example is the Brooklyn Bridge. When it was first built, workers flooded into the city and this facilitated a building boom.
ReplyDeleteThis is a truthful statement because as more technology was created they need to fix it and develop it more for example the telephone and car, etc. And as Tyler said as the population increased, waste removal and clean water became very important. And since urbanization brought people in to work in factories and mills, population increased and the demand for innovation in the city was huge. For the city to function properly and efficiently and benefit everyone they had to innovate.
ReplyDeleteI think Isha's response is very well thought out and she has strong evidence.
ReplyDelete...when do people do the homework?
I agree with Laura about the Brooklyn Bridge because that was an example that brought many new people into the city, increasing the population and need for change in some things in the city.
ReplyDeleteAs seen in Tweed’s city charter, New York City’s advancements due to urbanization and industrialization resulted in the demand for better urban planning. In Tweed’s charter, the Department of Public Parks was given the power to expand street mapping into Morrisania and West Farms and eastward to the Bronx River. Additionally, he was urged by prominent Westchester residents to build connecting bridges and deepen the Harlem River into a “link between the Jersey railheads and Long Island Sound.” Therefore, as the city grew, leaders were able to recognize the importance of industry, and thus made the port a major focus of the expansion. Needing a strong port, as New Orleans, Baltimore, and Boston were all becoming more important, Brooklyn became a part of New York to strengthen the weakening trade business. Later, the independent areas of Manhattan and Brooklyn were connected with the bridge.
ReplyDeleteThe demand for urban planning was also seen when, in 1888, Mayor Hewitt coordinated a program for public improvements and additionally claimed that “the imagination can place no bounds to the future growth of this city.” Mayor Hewitt may not have created a new machine or technology, but his ideology was “innovative.” He spoke with such hope for the city of New York. Another “innovative” idea that influenced urban planning was the competition that now existed between cities. Without the advancements in transportation and communication, cities stood alone. However, as the nation “became smaller”—as we so referred to the effect of industrialization in class—cities were driven to be number one. Most specifically, Chicago and New York both competed, as both expanded its territory during the same period.
Green decided that to plan for the future, rivers could no longer be treated as walls. Therefore he proposed that new connections were established, including a bridge across the Hudson. Other new construction included banks, real estate offices, warehouses, theaters, and stores.
I like how Isha referenced both the success and casualties of the Brooklyn Bridge by saying, "when it was introduced, Brooklynites were elated not to have to take a ferry across the water. But by 1890, so many commuters took a path across the bridge each morning that an expansion and much more construction was needed." The text talked so much about the tension between Brooklyn and New York, and I think that Isha's example highlights how even after they were connected, the transportation bridge would create turmoil.
ReplyDeleteNew York City during the 19th century was transformed by immigration and development. Everything in technology was developing and improving, especially when the demand for such technology was increasing. The population began to grow in the city because of transportation developing and the number immigrants who began to settle. In order to maintain production it was necessary to keep improving technology. One example being the many bridges built. The effects of urbanization were positive throughout this time period. It helped contribute to further development in the future.
ReplyDeleteI like how Laura stated that all the land New York is made up of today is because of planning due to increased urbanization and the innovations of technology. I also liked how she brought up the fact that people were drawn into cities due to mechanization of farming. Since more people were becoming interested in technology it led to people becoming involved in improving technology.
ReplyDeleteThis is definitely a true statement.The development of technology spurred on the demand for even more technology due to the doors that it opened. New technology offered innovative methods of industry, as well as farming. As such, Americans realized the benefits of technology and consequently wanted more of it. Also, not only was technology wanted, but needed as well. The booming population of New York (brought about by technological development) came with the needs of a cleaner city and cleaner water. This required technology. Clearly, technology actually causes the demand of more technology.
ReplyDeleteI like how Carly cited a specific example, the actions of Mayor Hewitt. It shows a good example of the role of technology in the latter part of the 1800s.
ReplyDeleteThis statement is definitely true. The rate at which New York City was growing caused an increading demand for urbanization and industrialization. Not only did these two areas provide jobs for immigrants coming to the United States, they allowed for innovations in technology to occur. The innovations allowed for New York City to prosper in ways it never had before. Over half the sugar consumed in our country at the time had been refined in Brooklyn. This couldn't have occured without advances in the technology. Additionally, poor living conditions made for new technologies to be a necessity. The unsanitary conditions in tenements forced the city to find a way improve the situation, by installing toilets and controlling the plumbing. Technology was a demand at the time, and newer innovations resulted from that nagging necessity
ReplyDeleteI agree with Brianna. The more people that desired to reside in New York City created a demand for improvements in transportation. The inistallation of bridges and other means of transportation fulfilled this demand.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Carlee, poor living conditions and small living quarters led to the need for more innovation and technology
ReplyDeleteI agree with many of my fellow classmates in saying that this
ReplyDeletestatement is truthful. The rapid growing rate at which New York City
was growing was in dire need of industrialization and urbanization.
The factor behind the creation behind these processes was innovation
in technology. Technology was of utmost importance. It helped create
easier lifestyles through means of transportation and more. For
example, the creation of the Brooklyn Bridge allowed for people to
cross without riding a ferry. Technology also helped improve living
conditions as people sought after clean water and ways to remove waste
(this helped with urbanization). Industrialization also continued to grow after the
Industrial Revolution.
I liked how Carlee mentioned the flow of incoming immigrants helped with the innovation of technology. With ideas coming in from all over the world, it is no surprise that new technology was created.
ReplyDeleteIndustrialization expanded New York's commercial power. With the advent of comprehensive canal and railroad systems, NY became a central trade port. Thus, the city grew, and became an even more popular destination for immigrants. However with such enlargement, the city desperately required new technology. In particular, NY saw an increasing need to consolidate its five bureaus. However, this was impossible with out several technologies. The most important being the improvements in steel forging that allowed for the long pieces of steel necessary to build bridges. Additionally, urban planners would have to look for innovative ways to accommodate the influx of migrants from both Europe and the heartland.
ReplyDeleteHelen points out an important part of the cycle of innovation and technological demands. Industrialization made NYC a favorable destination for immigrants. Thus, new innovations were required to support those new inhabitants, such as the Brooklyn Bridge.
ReplyDeleteThe statement made is completely true. New York City is a very good example of a city transformed by industiralisation and urbanisation. This is largely due to the large amount of inhabitants and the increasing size of the city due to immigration. So many people in one concentrated area directly causes a need for incresed urbanisation as in New York. Thus, with so many people and a great need for urbanisation, technological advaces were crucial for this to progress successfully. So, the water system was improved with the contruction of the new acqueduct to provide water to a growing population. As the urbanisation process continued, more and more need for building space was in demand. So, the steel industry enabled the contruction of early skyscrapers to furtther urbanise the city. At this time, as previously noted, the Brooklyn Bridge was also created due to urbanisation of the city. A greater amount of people also causes more competition among businesses which can result in increased technological benefits aswell.
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone who said the statement is true, because the statement is true.
ReplyDeleteThe fact that New York came into being as an economic center as result of commerce, and eventually urbanization and industrialization rings true! The city’s strategic location gives it access to both the Erie Canal, and ports of the Atlantic Ocean, which has aided in expanding its commercial opportunities as well as transportation system! Inevitably, a plethora of factories sprung up in and around the city area! Because New York has always been such an economic hot spot, people have been drawn to it for reasons revolving around its convenience (like jobs, or location)! This influx of people impelled a massive expanse of urban sprawl to develop around the city! This industrialization and urbanization, however, inexorably calls for further development! In the case of 19th century New York, methods of improvement were absolutely necessary for the long-term success of the city! Systems of subways, close-quarter living, and sanitation have all been established as a result of the initial influx of people! And improvements continue to this day! As a standard of all technology, obsolescence is an unavoidable fact! Advancements are constantly being created, a newer version always better than the last! However, such sentiments are almost certainly superfluous, and have ultimately destroyed our environment! I really don’t know where I was going anymore...
ReplyDeleteMore simply put: what Ricky said!!!
ReplyDeleteCarly also gives a really good explanation of what was historically happening, and how that brought about technological advancements!
I agree with this statement. Urbanization caused the population of New York to increase dramatically during the 19th century. As the population grew, so did the need for better planning. Problems such as the water supply and sanitation needed long-term, innovative solutions in order to maintain the city. New ideas like the aqueducts helped improvement.
ReplyDeleteNew York was also greatly affected by industrialization, which called for a demand for technology. New inventions in the time period opened the door for new opportunities for manufacturing, communication, and transportation. In order to compete in the growing, fast-paced country, New York had to come up with new technology to remain efficient. Improvements like bridges and the subway are good examples of bringing the city together and making it more productive.
I like Chris's and Laura's mention of the consolidation of the five bureaus. I also agree with Taylor's statement that technology demands more technology. This is very true because there are always more innovations and discoveries to be made.
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