How did the changes wrought by industrialization shape american identities, belief, and culture?

In fact, industry had made the U.S. the richest nation in the world at this time. The Second Industrial Revolution caused growth in industry and transportation, which allowed increased trade between nations. Combined with a merchant marine capable of transporting goods by sea, a world economy began to form.

most people were factory or company owners.

although world war i began in 1914, the united states did not join the war until 1917. the additional firepower, resources, and soldiers of the u.s. to tip the balance of the war in favor of the allies. remaining neutral. when war broke out in 1914, the united states had a policy of neutrality.