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What were some efforts made to improve life for Americans from 1800-1848?

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These reform movements sought to promote basic changes in American society, including

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the abolition of slavery, education reform, prison reform, women's rights, and temperance (opposition to alcohol).

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The American Economy During the 1800s. The U.S. had a volatile, yet greatly expanding economy in the 19th century due to industrialization, immigration, territorial expansion, new technological innovations and other trends. A laissez-faire approach by government and poorly regulated banking led to volatility.
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