Information Security: The Attacks Encountered by Target Corp.

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Recommended: Pittsburgh economic history

Stephen Harris
PA history
Mr. Jensema
4/11/14
The Strip District

Have you ever asked yourself what was the first Industrial city in the United States? Well that place would be Pittsburgh; specifically from the help of the Strip District. The strip is one of the most unique and interesting places in Pittsburgh. It’s filled with worldwide destinations and places only Pittsburghers would know. From places like Primantis to Woolley’s even famous churches, the Strip really has just about everything. It’s not just the places it’s also the people that keep the Strip going. The Strip is one of the most historic and fascinating places in Pittsburgh.
A lot of People wonder why the Strip district is called the Strip District. Well the geography of it is really just a long strip of land along the river, hence the word “strip.” It’s located along the Allegheny River. With it being right along the river it really made it a key location for Pittsburgh and its industrial growth because of the easy access that ships had to drop off their good. Also the water powered a lot of machines back then.
The Strip was first owned by noted Pittsburgh residents James O'Hara and George A. Bayard. They established the area naming it "Northern Liberties of Pittsburgh." The place was commonly known as Bayardstown ( neighborsinthestrip.com). In 1837, the area joined the city, becoming Pittsburgh's fifth ward. With its ideal location, hugging the Allegheny River and subsequent convenient access to shipping lanes and raw materials, the area soon became a thriving industrial center. Foundries, mills, and factories moved in. The Strip began its great Industrial city success ( neighborsinthestrip.com).
With the civil war over business and factories were moving e...

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...o city council to vote on whether or not it would be a good idea, but the council voted not to go along with the idea and cancelled the revamping project. They said "the Strip wouldn’t be the same if they got rid of historic stores along 18th street."
Since its founding, Pittsburgh's Strip District has been a distinctive and vital part of the community and continues to be so today. Today, the area is a quirky, fun, and vibrant place to be. (popularpittsburgh.com) whether you are in search of a Primanti’s sandwich, or Pamela's famous pancakes. There is almost something that everybody would like in the Strip. It's filled with history and just fun things to do. Pittsburgh truly wouldn't be the same if didn't have the great Strip district. Be sure to check out the Strip next time you’re in the great city of Pittsburgh.

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