What does PR history teach you?

• The history of public relations follows closely the history of the United States.
• PR did not get its name until the 20th century, but has been present throughout the history of the United States.
• Throughout the years PR has represented different things: the movement for independence, social improvements, technological advances, and effectiveness and efficiency in the 20th century. 
• By studying the history of PR you can understand how and why it developed and this allows us to predict which way it will continue to develop.