Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Question: What industry made Reedville the “wealthiest town per capita” in the U.S. in the late 1800s?
Answer: Fishing, specifically for menhaden.

Question: What industry made Reedville the “wealthiest town per capita” in the U.S. in the late 1800s?
Answer: Fishing, specifically for menhaden.