Advertising Where did advertising come from? Early history Traces back to 3000 BC (ancient signs carved in stone and wood; town criers) Throughout time there is much less text in advertisements 1600s – 1850s Rural communities, small towns 1 blacksmith, 1 general store, people were self-reliant, knew how items were produced The industrial revolution U.S. population doubled Labor force Consumer market From rural to urban society: Less self-sufficient individuals Mass production – abundance…
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