History of New York City

New York City became notable in the 18^th century, when it became an important merchant pier in the New World. New York played a key role during the American Revolution, as well as during the ensuing Civil War. The Constitution of New York came into power in 1777 and it had a strong effect on the sketching out of the Constitution of the United States of America. New York was a national capital between 1785 and 1790, and the rule of law in USA was born there. Albany became the capital in 1797, while, in 1787, New York became the eleventh state to ratify the Constitution of the United States of America.

New York was the starting point of many innovations in transport during the 19^th century, including the first steam boat line in 1807, the Erie Canal in 1825, as well as the first regular railway system in 1831. These innovations led to the spreading of the area New York takes up, as well as if the spreading of trade routes with the northeast settlements all the way to the Great Lakes. Thanks to the trade routes with the south, New York was home to many who sided with the south during the Civil War. Far from any battle, New York sent the most infantry and money to support the cause of the Union. After the war, the country helped accelerate the industrialization of its territory, which saw the first workers’ unions start up in New York.

The Statue of Liberty was first opened for the public in 1886, and it quickly became the symbol of New York. The city suffered several economic crises, starting from the Wall Street Crash, and ending in the bankruptcy of the 1970s. In the 20^th century, New York became a media capital, hosting many national news agencies and TV-shows in general. Some of the city’s innovations became nationally and internationally acclaimed. The country’s production base erupted with the restrictions in industry, so the country became interested in the service sector.

Today, this American metropolis is considered to be the city of dreams, and it is a great spot to visit all year round. This micro-world charms you with its many large parks, crowded streets, skyscrapers, that offer unbelievable views of the whole of Manhattan Street, as well as with its yellow taxies. In this magnificent city everyone will find something they will like, and he who doesn’t follow the pace of the city could soon become overwhelmed by it. The city is a concrete jungle which makes something completely normal into something completely different.

Interesting facts

• New York is home to the peregrine falcon, the nests of whom can be seen on the city’s skyscrapers and bridges.
• The Waldorf Astoria Hotel is one of the most famous hotels in the city. It was first constructed in the spot where the Empire State Building stands today. Today, it is located above the Track 61 railway line, which had been intended to be a secret entrance to the hotel for the needs of the then-president of the United States of America, Franklin Roosevelt.
• Around 75 thousand trees are cut down in order to satisfy the printing demand that the New York Times needs in a week.
• The New York subway line is 1244 km long.
• Manhattan Street was bought by Peter Minuit in 1626 for only $24.
• New York was the capital of USA for only a year (1789-1790).
• In Wall Street, beneath the surface, gold slabs are kept safe at all times.
• New York has around 13 thousand registered taxi drivers.
• The most beautiful view of the city can be enjoyed from Governors Island.
• In New York, there are neighborhoods such as: Chinatown, Little Italy, Greece, and Little Britain.