Abstract
During the 19th century the American economy grew rapidly. New inventions and capital investment led to the creation of new industries and led to economic growth. With the development of various modes of effective transportation the opportunities for new business ventures increased. However, conditions along the entire Atlantic coast stimulated migration to the newer regions. From New England, where the soil was incapable of producing high yields of agriculture produce, many people left their coastal farms and villages to take advantage of the rich interior land of the continent.
