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    The Northeast region of the US forms an unbroken chain of cities from Boston to New York City to Washington D.C. known as a megalopolis. The dense population and close proximity of cities and suburbs in the region have merged them into one large urban area. The economy of the Northeast is centered around its historic cities, many founded as ports and trade centers along rivers or the Atlantic coast, which now serve as hubs for industries like finance, manufacturing, technology and government. Key cities discussed include Boston, known for universities like Harvard and its medical and technology sectors; Philadelphia, once the capital and site where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were written; and New York City, the largest and wealthiest city that is

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    The Northeast region of the US forms an unbroken chain of cities from Boston to New York City to Washington D.C. known as a megalopolis. The dense population and close proximity of cities and suburbs in the region have merged them into one large urban area. The economy of the Northeast is centered around its historic cities, many founded as ports and trade centers along rivers or the Atlantic coast, which now serve as hubs for industries like finance, manufacturing, technology and government. Key cities discussed include Boston, known for universities like Harvard and its medical and technology sectors; Philadelphia, once the capital and site where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were written; and New York City, the largest and wealthiest city that is

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    The Northeast region of the US forms an unbroken chain of cities from Boston to New York City to Washington D.C. known as a megalopolis. The dense population and close proximity of cities and suburbs in the region have merged them into one large urban area. The economy of the Northeast is centered around its historic cities, many founded as ports and trade centers along rivers or the Atlantic coast, which now serve as hubs for industries like finance, manufacturing, technology and government. Key cities discussed include Boston, known for universities like Harvard and its medical and technology sectors; Philadelphia, once the capital and site where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were written; and New York City, the largest and wealthiest city that is

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    A REGION OF CITIES

    The Northeast has a nearly unbroken chain of cities that run from Boston to
    NYC to Washington, D.C.

    In these big cities thousands of people commute (travel to work)

    This region is considered a megalopolis.

    A region where the cities and suburbs have grown so close together that they form one big
    urban area

    The NE is the most densely populated region of the US.


    Population density: avg number of people per square mile

    The NEs economy is based on its cities. Many were founded in colonial times,
    along rivers or near the Atlantic.

    They began as transportation and trade centers.


    Today, manufacturing, finance, communications, and government are the main jobs.

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    BOSTON

    In colonial times, known as the hub of the universe


    The American Revolution began when the British marched
    from Boston to Concord in 1775.

    Known for research centers and universities.

    Harvard (oldest university in the US) and MIT in Cambridge

    Famous for its medical, science, and technology centers.


    Some of the best medical schools and hospitals are in Boston.

    First use of anesthesia during surgery

    PHILADELPHIA: THE CRADLE OF THE NATION

    An important city in early history of the US


    It was once the capital of the US
    Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were written here by the
    Founding Fathers.

    George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton,
    James Monroe and, Benjamin Franklin.

    1700s: financial, political, and commercial center of the US


    Today: industrial center, located on the Delaware River

    Land and water transportation routes pass through here


    Many factories process food, produce medical supplies, and manufacture chemicals
    Center of the health care industry

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    PHILADELPHIA: THE CRADLE OF THE NATION

    An important city in early history of the US


    It was once the capital of the US
    Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were written here by the
    Founding Fathers.

    George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton,
    James Monroe and, Benjamin Franklin.

    1700s: financial, political, and commercial center of the US


    Today: industrial center, located on the Delaware River

    Land and water transportation routes pass through here


    Many factories process food, produce medical supplies, and manufacture chemicals
    Center of the health care industry

    NEW YORK CITY

    Largest, wealthiest, and most influential city in the US (more


    than 8 million people live here)

    Located around the Hudson River


    Center of fashion, publishing, advertising, and arts
    Broadway, Fifth Avenue

    The nations money capital

    New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street

    On September 11, 2001, the city was attacked by terrorists

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    PORTS OF ENTRY
    Ellis Island in NYC

    From 1892 to 1954, immigrants entered the US through Ellis Island


    Today, it is a national monument

    Boston and Philadelphia

    1700s: German immigrants entered through Philadelphia


    1800s: Irish immigrants entered through Boston and Philadelphia

    All 3 cities are rich in ethnic diversity

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