Industrial Revolution

• Industrial Revolution


  A period of significant change in the late 18th and early 19th centuries where new manufacturing technologies and machines changed the way goods were produced
• Mechanization


  The process of replacing human labor with machines
• Factory System


  A system where goods are produced on a large scale using machinery and division of labor
• Water Framed Cotton Mill

  A type of mill that used water power to spin cotton
• Spinning Jenny


  A machine that enabled the simultaneous spinning of multiple spindles of yarn
• Power Loom


  A machine that enabled the weaving of fabric on a large scale
• Child Labor


  The practice of employing children in factories and workshops, often under unsafe and abusive conditions
• The Industrial Revolution was driven by technological innovation, particularly in textile production.
• The Industrial Revolution began in Britain during the late 18th century but spread rapidly throughout Europe and North America over the following decades.
• Factories were established to take advantage of these new technologies, leading to the growth of urban areas and the emergence of industrial cities like Manchester.
• The factory system involved mass production of goods through the use of machines and assembly lines, resulting in lower costs and higher profits.
• Innovations like steam engines, iron production techniques, and new manufacturing methods transformed industry and transportation.
• The Industrial Revolution also had negative impacts such as pollution, exploitation of workers, and environmental degradation.
• The development of railways allowed goods to be transported more quickly and efficiently, further boosting trade and industry.
• The Industrial Revolution led to significant improvements in living standards for many people as wages rose and working hours shortened.
• The development of railways allowed for faster transportation of raw materials and finished products, further increasing efficiency and productivity.
• New forms of employment emerged, such as factory workers and engineers, while traditional occupations like farming declined.
• The rise of industry also led to significant social changes, including the growth of towns and cities as people moved from rural areas to work in factories.
• New industries such as coal mining, steel production, and railways emerged, creating jobs and driving economic growth.
• Improvements in agriculture led to increased food production and population growth.
• The Industrial Revolution led to significant changes in society, including increased wealth, improved living standards, and greater social mobility.
• The Industrial Revolution paved the way for further innovations and advancements in technology and industry.