Themes in American History

During the 1840’s, New York City and Cincinnati experienced a major exponential increase in their population growth due to the migration of Germans and Irish.  German culture continued throughout the decade influencing churches, newspapers, and many other institutions.  Cincinnati’s economic growth and development was made possible by-thousands of immigrants to the area.  The addition of the Erie Canal lead greater economic growth as merchants sought out new investments in the Western expansion.

During the 1830’s, Cincinnati became an important city for the national debate of slavery.  Ohio utilized the city to promote anti-slave movements due to it’s position; west from the Ohio River from Kentucky.  Many who opposed against the end of slavery were the Irish because they feared the growing competition between freed African Americans.   Similar to New York City during the 1830’s, as the Irish and African Americans competed for land and jobs.

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