This book examines the history of Algona, Iowa from 1854 to 2004. Content connects to the following chronological eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861) Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877) The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900) The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945) Postwar United States (1945-1970s) Contemporary United States (1968-present) Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: 3rd grade SS 3.27 Immigration and Migration 4th grade SS 4.25 Technological Changes 4th grade SS 4.26 Changes to Agriculture 8th grade SS 8.25 Iowa Government SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History
