Lynch, Kentucky, is a coal town that experienced a growth in population after U.S. Steel built housing and infrastructure for miners in 1917.
Pittsburgh flourished throughout the Industrial Revolution as a hub of manufacturing, technology, and steel production.
According to Baltimore's website, the city's rise was predicated on its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, giving the city an advantage in trading with Europe.
A city once known for its industrial prowess, general Motors and the automotive industry quickly saw a downturn in the late 20th century.
According to Nevada magazine, the rise of St. Thomas, Nevada, began in 1865 with Mormon pioneers who thought they were settling in Utah.
This provided an economic boost to Cleveland, and it quickly grew into a major industrial center, once becoming the fifth-largest city in the U.S.
The city's position near New York City, Newark Bay, and a few rivers and canals made it a major work, travel, trade, and industrial center.
At this time, it boasted dozens of banks, a strong exchange economy, and well-developed industries, including several valuable fur trading firms.