It became an Industrial hub because of its proximity to The Great Lakes, canals, and rivers which companies used to access raw materials and ship out products. Much of this decrease in industry is because of the United States using manufacturers from other countries.
As the name might imply, the area has sort of turned to " rust", like what happens to old steel. That industry has greatly decreased since the middle of the 20th century. This area was once known for steel production and heavy industry. The area is mostly the states near the Great Lakes, and some of them are considered to be Midwest states.
" Rust Belt" is a term that refers to an area of the northern United States. Map showing the location of the Rust Belt in the United States.
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