The Rise and Fall of Allegheny City
The Rise and Fall of Allegheny City Pittsburgh’s North Side wasn’t always part of Pittsburgh. Once upon a time, it was its own thriving, independent city—Allegheny City—a place with grand ambitions, a strong economy, and a deep sense of local pride. But in 1907, after decades of growth, political wrangling, and fierce opposition, Allegheny City…
