At the center of the Blackstone River Valley is Woonsocketwhich stands as an emblem of the American Industrial Revolution and the Rhode Island system of manufacturing. The rich social and industrial history of Woonsocket tells the tale of the textile industry in New England. Of Indian origin. Woonsockets name means "Thundermist." Incorporated as a city in 1888. the citys industrial base was drawn from the many textile mills which dotted its hills. Many diverse groups of immigrants were to come to Woonsocket. seeking jobs. The thriving city which grew around the mills became the home for many people of different cultural origins. Many residents of Woonsocket can trace their ancestry back to FrenchCanadian roots.
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