Question

What were most U.S. Midwestern cities established near?

Answer 1

Most midwestern cities were established originally near rivers and lakes with direct connections to either the Mississippi River or the Great Lakes.

Explanation:

Most midwestern cities were established originally near rivers and lakes with direct connections to either the Mississippi River or the Great Lakes.

The reason for this was to ensure a adequate supply of water for the population to survive on. However just as important is the necessary routes for supplies and trade through transport on the river.

Eventually when the railroad developed cities were developed along the railroad lines and river transport was less of a necessity, however water still was essential for irrigating crops and survival.