1.To what degree did Pittsburgh rebound? and Does Pittsburgh have some important qualities that helped it to rebound?

Pittsburgh, a former steel manufacturing Goliath, has certainly recovered successfully since its steel industry died down. Perhaps it is actually a good thing that Pittsburgh's steel legacy has ended. If you talk to the natives that still remember the steel “glory” days, you'd be surprised to hear that those times were not all that glorious. According to people that remember those times, the city was dirty and dark, which can be explained by pollution from the steel mills and the overpopulation. However, a fact that can't be denied is that the city thrived on steel. Nearly half a century later, the city is thriving once again and has even been called the most liveable city in the US. Even without the advantages that many coastal cities enjoy, Pittsburgh attracts people from all over the country and the world, which boosts the city's economy. The numerous universities make Pittsburgh one of the top destinations for those pursuing higher education in any field of study one could think of. The Pittsburgh health care industry has also become gigantic, especially UPMC. The qualities that helped Pittsburgh rebound are numerous. First of all, Pittsburgh has a bottomless pool of educated professionals. This is largely due to the academic culture of the city. The innovative minds of the pittsburghers are the other big reason for such success. Over time, Pittsburgh has moved from prosperity by means of natural resources to prosperity by thought, which is why even during the time of economic crisis, Pittsburgh is still advancing forward.