History of New York City (1784–1854) - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of New York City (1784–1854) started with the creation of the city as the capital of the United States under the Congress of the Confederation from January 11, 1785, to Autumn 1788, and then under the United States Constitution from its ratification in 1789 until moving to Philadelphia in 1790. The city grew as an economic center ...
History of New York City (1855–1897) - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of New York City (1855–1897) started with the inauguration in 1855 of Fernando Wood as the first mayor from Tammany Hall, an institution that dominated the city throughout this period. Reforms led to the New York City Police Riot of June 1857.
This Interactive Map Compares the New York City of 1836 to …
WEBAug 27, 2013 · This Interactive Map Compares the New York City of 1836 to Today. Manhattan had a very different topography than the concrete jungle we know today. Natasha Geiling and Esri. August 27, 2013....
19 Incredible Photos Giving a Window Into 19th Century New York
WEBNov 15, 2021 · In the 1800s, however, the Big Apple was a very different place, as seen in these scenes below, captured by, among others, photographer Jacob Riis who documented poverty in the city during the...
NYC 1850s: A Metropolis Emergence and Cultural Fusion - History 101 NYC
WEBThe 1850s marked a period of significant growth and transformation for New York City, paving the way for its rise as a global metropolis. During this decade, the city underwent both physical and cultural expansion, setting strong …
NYC 1800-1840: Port City to Commercial Powerhouse Evolution
WEBThe early 19th century, spanning from 1800 to 1840, was a time of profound change and growth for New York City. This period marked the city’s transformation from a bustling port into a global commercial hub.
New York City - Urban Expansion, Diversity, Culture | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · By the mid-1800s it handled more goods and people than all the other American ports combined. So secure was its position that in 1861 Mayor Fernando Wood suggested it become a “free city” rather than fight against the South.
New York City in the 19th Century - ThoughtCo
WEBDec 6, 2019 · Throughout most of the 1800s, New York City was dominated by a political machine known as Tammany Hall. From humble roots as a social club, Tammany became immensely powerful and was the hotbed of legendary corruption.
NYC Landmark Preservation Commission - City of New York
WEBBy the mid 1800s, New York’s skyrocketing population and incredible density were driving living conditions in the most crowded neighborhoods to new depths. Fire, disease, unsanitary conditions, lack of clean food and water, overcrowding, high mortality rates–all were regular features ...
Five Points NYC 1800s: A Tale of Urban Transformation - History …
WEBInitially home to NYC’s first free black settlement, by 1850, Five Points had developed a reputation for its vibrant, diverse culture, marked by dance halls and mixed-race clientele. However, it became infamous for overcrowding, poverty, and crime by the mid-19th century.