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Civic Pioneers

Local Stories from a Changing America, 1895-1915

by Gretchen Dykstra · 2019 · 256 pages

Michael Bloomberg
Michael Bloomberg
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Michael Bloomberg

About This Book

Examines the lives of innovative local government leaders in early 20th-century America who addressed the challenges of rapid urbanization and immigration. These biographical sketches highlight individuals who pioneered creative public service solutions to foster the common good during the Progressive Era.

Genres

Biography & MemoirHistorySociety & Politics

Topics

ImmigrationLeadershipLocal GovernmentProgressive EraPublic ServiceSocial ReformUrban Planning

Book Details

Published

2019

Pages

256

Language

en

ISBN

9781634892087

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