The Industrial Revolution
The 1820's was a decade of politics and growth as a country.
Both the Democratic and the National Republican parties were
formed during this decade. The first woman was nominated for
the presidency. The Industrial Revolution began, and new
inventions manifested.Boston streets were lit with gas.
Americans adopted coffee as a popular drink. A boat race
in New York harbor had an estimated crowd of 50,000 people.
Gambling was permitted in some areas. Public horse races were
held on Long Island. In the evenings, Americans gathered around
the piano and sang. This was the decade of the 1820s.