Detroit is an industrial city located in Michigan famous for being at the center of U.S. automobile manufacturing during much of the 20th century. It was nicknamed Motor City due to its association with the auto industry.
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Henry Ford: An influential American entrepreneur who revolutionized mass production techniques with his assembly line methods.
Great Migration: The movement of millions of African Americans from rural areas to urban centers like Detroit between 1910 and 1970.
Industrial Decline: The gradual or sudden decrease in industrial activity and its negative impact on an area's economy.