What was the Industrial Revolution? * increased purchases of land by wealthy landowners to cultivate larger fields
increased output of machine-made goods that began in England during the 1700's
a widespread use of teenagers as factory laborers who worked 14 hours a day, 6 days a week
Increased population of rural areas during the 1800s

American express has a long history of working for the good of all in its new york community. in 1885, it engaged its employees to raise money to build the pedestal of the statue of liberty, and today has a program to restore, preserve and revitalize historic sites in new york city. these actions by american express are partial fulfillment of the the firm has established for itself as a corporate citizen.