Morris Canal
Definition
The Morris Canal was a 102-mile canal across northern New Jersey that connected the Delaware River with the Hudson River. Completed in 1831, it was primarily used to transport coal, iron ore, and other goods.
Analogy
Think of Morris Canal as an old-school Amazon delivery system—it picked up products (like coal or iron ore) from one location and delivered them to another where they were needed.
Related terms
Delaware River: A major river on the Atlantic Coast of the United States that provided an important route for commerce and travel.
Iron Ore Mining Industry: An industry focused on extracting iron ore—a key ingredient for making steel—from earth. This industry grew significantly during Industrial Revolution due to increased demand for steel.
Hudson River: As mentioned earlier, it's a river running mainly through eastern New York in the United States into Atlantic Ocean. It served as an important route for trade and travel.
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