Louisville's growth as a city:
The history of Louisville has been influenced by it's geography and location. The rapids at the Falls of the Ohio created a barrier to river travel, and as a result, settlements grew up at this stopping point. The city's early growth was influenced by the fact that river boats had to be uploaded and moved downriver before reaching the falls. By 1828, the population had swelled to 7,000 and Louisville became an incorporated city.
Sources:
www.hellolouisville.com
www.wikipedia.org
Photo: Falls of the Ohio with downtown Louisville in the background. Present day.
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