Shirtwaist Factory-New York's Lower East Side Photo 1911 Charles Lindbergh A pioneer in the steel

A pioneer in the steel industry

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Though little else is known about the photo

Shirtwaist Factory-New York's Lower East Side Photo 1911 Charles Lindbergh A pioneer in the steelEarly history of the garment industry: Prior to the mid 19th century, the majority of Americans either made their own clothing, or if they were wealthy, purchased "tailor made" customized clothing. By the 1820s, however, an increasing number of ready made garments of a higher quality were being produced for a broader market. The production of ready made clothing, which continued to grow, completed its transformation to an "industrialized" profession