The Characteristics Of The Industrial Revolution
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the abundance of coal and iron as the disposal of Great Britain. The creation railroad system connected all the important parts towns and cities of Britain. This essentially formed a new highway system for not only for a way for shipping goods and resources, but the transport of people (Wilde). Due to the revolution in agriculture many had lost their work, so they turned to the cities. Cities began to urbanize and grow and with higher demand for goods factories were looking for workers. Thousands migrated into cities to find work. This form of migration sparked a new form of society. This society earned wages vs the old system of self-production. The average person was no longer tied down by his class or work, he or she was able to have …show more content…
In this essay, the author
- Explains how the creation railroad system connected all the important parts towns and cities of britain. due to the revolution in agriculture many had lost their work, so they turned to cities.
- Explains that trade was an integral aspect of the industrial revolution. the ability to exchange goods with other countries boosted economic activity and innovation.
- Analyzes how edward brianes wrote the history of the cotton manufacture in great britain. iron and coal were essential to the production of goods and power.
- Explains how the british government imposed overseas trade tariff law on imported goods to undermine other countries. the extra income from taxation was spent on increasing the naval and military size and strength.
- Explains that the system of credit that we use today was just as important during the industrial revolution. credit allowed entrepreneurs to start businesses, invest in creating factories and or in any type of business they sought fit.
- Explains how british society encouraged innovation through private and governmental funding, education and policies. the free market for innovation led to the steam engine and spinning jenny.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was a complex event in world history and encompassed many different characteristics. the british took advantage of natural, economic, and political resources and transformed their country into an innovation powerhouse.
(Merriam- Webster) This explanation over simplifies the industrial revolution. In reality the Industrial Revolution was much more complex event in world history, it also encompassed many different characteristics. With that said, the events that led to the Industrial Revolution were even more complicated never the less it was undoubtedly the most prolific advancement in human history. The British took advantage the natural, economic and political resources that were given and transformed their country into a powerhouse of production and innovation. Through the cultivation of new farming technology and methods they were able to feed millions and produce healthier foods. With trade the British dominated the overseas commerce and maritime. English politics and investment created the perfect breeding ground for modernizations and inventions. Factories brought the rise of urbanization to small towns and cities, turning them into metropolises. If one of these factors deviated from its course, then the Industrial revolution may have not happened the way it did. It may have been luck or careful timing and planning, but the fact remains that Britain Industrial Revolution brought about everything we have
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- Industrial Revolution Seminar Questionsexplanatory essay...Population explosion, agricultural changes, and the increasing demand for more workers led to urbanization, or the migration of people to cities. The enclosure movement played an important role in urbanization because when the rich landowners would take over the farmers' land, the farmers would be kicked off their own land. Some farmers had to leave because they couldn't keep up with the competition from the landowners. These jobless farmers then migrated to the cities because they could get jobs because of the growing demand for workers. New sources of energy, such as the coal-powered steam engine, helped entrepreneurs change the way their work was done and helped power the Industrial Revolution. Also, declining death rates due to the agricultural revolution decreased famines and led to a population explosion. Thus, large numbers of people migrated to cities.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that rich landowners took over land previously owned by peasants and migrated to cities, which triggered the industrial revolution.
- Explains how the use of coal, which would power steam engines, as a source of energy greatly helped trigger the industrial revolution.
- Explains that britain had large supplies of coal to power steam engines, and iron to build machinery. trade from a growing overseas empire aided the growth of british economy and allowed the business class to gain capital.
- Explains that population explosion, agricultural changes, and the increasing demand for more workers led to urbanization, or the migration of people to cities.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was made possible by a revolution in agriculture, which improved farm productivity.
- Explains that utilitarians believed that the goal of society was to achieve the greatest amount of happiness for as many people as possible.
- Explains that marx viewed history as driven by economics, and that the proletariat would take over the means of production to set up a society in which wealth and power was equal.
1306 wordsRead More - The Industrial Revolution of Englandanalytical essayThere were many factors that caused the Industrial Revolution to occur specifically in England. England had large quantities of coal and iron ore beneath the ground, which was a very inexpensive source of energy compared to the previous use of wood. As population grew, wood became increasingly more expensive to use as fuel because it took longer to go out and retrieve and it was becoming scarce. Another reason that aided in the industrialization of England was the political strength that England had. It’s previous accomplishments in colonization allowed for a larger supply of raw material and more locations to sell manufactured goods. England also had the upper hand economically with its central bank and successful credit markets. This provided financial stability, allowing people to take greater entrepreneurial risks.
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- Describes how the french revolution paved the way for more freedom and equality among all citizens in the late 18th century.
- Explains the factors that caused the industrial revolution to occur specifically in england.
- Explains that the agricultural revolution, which began around 1650 in holland and gradually spread throughout europe, brought many changes to farming.
- Explains how jethro tull, a lawyer who took over his father's farm, implemented many of the agricultural techniques he had encountered on his travels throughout europe.
- Explains that tull's innovative developments in farming gradually created more crops in a shorter period, increasing the quantities of food available to the people.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was marked by the change from hand tools to powered machines. before 1800, there was the cottage industry, which consisted of rural workers who made products in their home.
- Explains how hargreaves invented the spinning jenny and arkwright's water frame, which needed water to power the machine. watt developed a more efficient steam engine and patented it in 1769.
- Describes the technological advances that kept england above the rest throughout europe, such as the steamboat, the electric telegraph system, and the stock exchange.
- Analyzes how the industrial revolution kept britain at the forefront of europe but not without some social consequences.
- Explains that although factories brought more employment opportunities to england, the conditions in the mills were deplorable. robert owen (1771-1858) was a manufacturer in scotland who felt that working conditions were inhumane, especially for children.
- Opines that the industrial revolution in england helped to spark a different way of life that would never be the same throughout the world.
- Cites history.com staff, "french revolution," a+e networks, 2009, p. 614, and john p. mckay's "the revolution in energy and industry."
- Analyzes john p. mckay's "the expansion of europe," understanding western society: a brief history, boston: bedford/st. martin, 2011, pp. 522-524.
- Cites john p. mckay's "the revolution in energy and industry," understanding western society: a brief history, boston: bedford/st. martin, 2011.
- Cites the encyclopedia of world biography of james watt, and history.com staff's "industrial revolution."
- Cites john cannon, "cartwright, edmund," the oxford companion to british history, 2002, encyclopedia.com, and history.
- Cites friedrich engels' "the condition of the working class in england" and joseph a. montagna's article, 'the industrial revolution'.
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- Explains that james watt's steam engine was a combination of previous made engines with separate cylinders and atmospheric pressure instead of steam pressure.
- Explains henry ford's assembly line, which allowed items to be produced at a less expense, and faster rate.
- Explains that before the first industrial revolution, england's economy was based on its cottage industry. it was owned and managed by one or more people, who were close to the workers.
- Analyzes how art changed with the different ideas of social darwinism4. romanticism painted emotions that they had no control over, such as love, religion, and beauty.
- Explains that the reformers wanted to construct a better life for all people. owen's reforms improved working conditions, raised pay, and didn't allow children under the age of 11 to work.
- Analyzes how the british parliament limited child labor during the industrial revolution sparked a revolt against the government's laissez-faire system.
- Concludes that the industrial revolution shaped modern society to what it is today.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was a time of drastic change marked by the introduction of power-driven machinery.
- Explains that the first industrial revolution began in the 1750s, when machines were bought, put in a factory, and hired people to work for the whole day.
- Explains that the second industrial revolution was more drastic, not only in inventions, but in government policies as well.
- Explains that the internal combustion engine made transportation faster and less public. advances in science were also made during the second revolution.
- Explains that medicine before the 18th century was not well developed because of limited technology. in 1850, vaccinations and x rays were discovered.
1370 wordsRead More - The Industrial Revolutionexplanatory essayThe Industrial Revolution was a transformation from agrarian and handicraft-centered economies into economies distinguished by industry and machine manufacture (Bentley and Ziegler 652). It first began in Britain during the mid-eighteenth century and lasted through the nineteenth century (Bentley and Ziegler 652-653). Although the Industrial Revolution was a drastic and ongoing process, does not mean it was an unproblematic change. Many people during this time period experienced positive and negative effects throughout this development.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the industrial revolution was a transformation from agricultural and handicraft-centered economies into economies distinguished by industry and machine manufacture. it began in britain during the mid-eighteenth century and lasted through the nineteenth century.
- Explains that the industrial revolution involved many different areas of the world including great britain in western europe, the yangzi delta in china, and japan.
- Explains that textiles were one of the biggest industries during the industrial revolution. with the population growing in england, more people were willing to pay for these items instead of making them themselves.
- Explains that steam power revolutionized transportation when it was applied to locomotives and ships. however, it didn't go as planned and was not used for many years.
- Explains that cotton production took place in factories by the mid-nineteenth century because the new machines were too big to be used in houses and were becoming very expensive. the factory wanted a new division of labor.
- Explains that the factory life sounds great, but the working conditions were not simple. the managers supervised closely, meaning there were no naps or socialization with any other workers.
- Explains that while the men worked hard in factories, the working class women were unable to work unless they left the children in someone else’s hands. the majority of middle-class women did not work outside of the home.
- Explains how rapid population growth reflected changing patterns of fertility and mortality. medical advancements helped prevent diseases and the mortality rates started to lower.
- Explains that the industrial revolution helped increase the economic productivity with new technology including textile machines, factories, advanced transportation, and population growth, but the living standards were difficult. many workers were replaced because the machines were more effective.
1062 wordsRead More - Industrial Revolution Essayexplanatory essayUltimately the reason why the Industrial Revolution occurred in Britain was circumstantial it merely had the right conditions at play at the right time, the relatively relaxed government, trade routes and investment in education is what ultimately made Britain very successful and the home of industrialization. Unfortunately for the Chinese who were great innovators for their time could not adapt quickly and didn’t have the conditions needed for such a revolution. The large population size and lack of education where the main contributing factors that killed any chance of a scientific and industrial revolution.
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- Outlines some factors that prevented china's explosion of technological advancement. historians have a host of ideas as to why revolution never occurred in china.
- Explains that coal is an easily identifiable material that is abundant in china. the major coal seams were located in northern china and were not utilised because 75% of the chinese population and business had moved from the north to the south.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was all about exploiting new energy sources that could further be exploited in such a way that it would replace some workers. the chinese didn't have this problem, in fact their surplus of workers would have prevented industrialization.
- Explains that the relatively poor people of china had a considerably lower standard of living, the workers weren't paid nearly as much as their british counterparts because there was no shortage of labour.
- Explains that the chinese heavily relied on rice and the europeans heavily on wheat crops, which needed ploughing and turning millstones to break the wheat up. the chinese did not heavily rely on farm animals as the primary forms of sustenance.
- Explains that the proximity of britain to europe meant immigrants could readily travel, the mix of people allowed them to collaborate and design new technologies. lack of collaboration and absence of scientific communities in china would have severely impeded their ability to become an industrious nation.
- Explains that the anthropocene marks a point in time where human activities were able to greatly alter the environment. the industrial revolution was mankind's breakthrough into modernity.
- Explains that britain's economy before the industrial revolution was strong, business restrictions were virtually nonexistent and the government often backed local business through funding of projects.
- Explains that before the industrial revolution, britain was running out of timber forests to burn and use as a source of energy.
- Explains that the first machine which utilized steam power and converted it to mechanical energy was created by thomas newcomen and was called the atmospheric engine.
- Explains that the relative proximity to france and other neighboring european countries meant it was easy for technological advancements to spread, resulting in a continent sprawling with industrial societies.
- Explains that china's contribution to science and technology was remarkable, despite the industrial revolution never originating in china.
- Argues that a revolution requires an "ingredients" for it to occur, which the british and the chinese did not.
- Opines that the industrial revolution occurred in britain because of the right conditions at play, the relatively relaxed government, trade routes, and investment in education.
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In this essay, the author
- Explains that the industrial revolution is a term usually applied to the social and economic changes that mark the transition from stable agricultural and commercial society to modern industrial society relying on complex machinery.
- Explains that france's industrial revolution came late because of the french revolution, but it began to pick up its pace in development. the french government funded railways, whereas the british were privately funded.
- Explains that japan became the first industrial nation in asia, and india's idea of industrialization had a completely opposite effect.
- Analyzes how india's economy survived on two major markets: the cotton market and the agricultural market.
- Opines that the industrial revolution was a huge achievement in human history and we still feel the effects of that achievement to this day.
583 wordsRead More - The Industrial Revolutionexplanatory essayAmericans faced many hardships during the turn of the century. As our Nation was adjusting to the new technological advances they were making during the Industrial Revolution, it seems that some people were simply looked over in this new “rat race”. There were many problems that accompanied the new century, perhaps one of the largest though, was the expansion and dominance of big businesses. As though it may seem that large businesses may be a good thing, because of our dependence on them today, we simply weren’t ready for them a hundred years ago. Many big businesses had created monopolies, used Taylorism, and caused what was called a boom bust economy. These three events also forced many people to try and resolve these problems associated with the tremendous rise of big business.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that americans faced many hardships during the turn of the century, including the expansion and dominance of big businesses.
- Explains that many businesses created large monopolies, meaning that all markets are dominated by one or two firms. by 1900, approximately 98% of the oil industry was owned by standard oil company.
- Explains taylorism, which facilitated unskilled labor by copying what skilled labors knew and breaking it down into small simple jobs that anyone can do, much like an assembly line.
- Explains that taylorism, also known as scientific management, created what was called a boom bust economy. the market didn't always need these products as quickly as they were developed.
- Narrates how progressive movements began to fight for workers' rights. they investigated their problems, organized private groups, and sought government assistance.
- Explains that roosevelt wanted to fight for reform if not just for the people than the self-preservation of the nation. his objectives were to balance productivity, create public safety, and commence federal authority.
- Explains that at the turn of the century, people had tremendous tribulations to conquer. today, they can enjoy better working conditions, better pay, and the indisputable protection of their rights.
777 wordsRead More - The Industrial Revolutionexplanatory essayThe Industrial Revolution The Industrial Revolution may be defined as the application of power-driven machinery to manufacturing. It had its beginning in remote times, and is still continuing in some places. In the eighteenth century all of western Europe began to industrialize rapidly, but in England the process was most highly accelerated. England's head start may be attributed to the emergence of a number of simultaneous factors.
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- Explains that birds and wind can't reach the ground below the surface.
- Describes how he put steam in the end of a pump handle.
- Explains that a storm could arrive and depart under its own power.
- Opines that by the end of the century, the same was true of cities.
2376 wordsRead More - The Industrial Revolutionexplanatory essayPeter Stearns claims that the industrial revolution was an intensely human experience. What initially arose as scientific advancements in metallurgy and machine building, the industrial revolution period saw a redefinition of life as a whole. As industry changed, human life began to adapt. Work life was drastically changed which, in turn, resulted in family life being affected. As is human nature, major change was met with great resistant. Ultimately, the most successful people during the transition were those that adapted quickly.
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- Explains peter stearns' claim that the industrial revolution was an intensely human experience. as industry changed, human life began to adapt.
- Explains that the industrial revolution is often mistakenly thought of simply as a time when science was becoming more organized and resulted in the production of new machinery.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was marked by a shift of power. human and animal muscle was the driving force behind all forms of production.
- Explains that education became increasingly important as a result of the shift of power and the new role undertaken by human labor.
- Explains that industrialization led to the creation of the factory system and the formation of cities as large numbers of people sought work in the factories.
- Explains that the industrial period home life was changed significantly. the rate of marriage increased as more people could support a family and marriage itself offered advantages.
- Explains that the industrial revolution dissociated children from productive labor. education was seen as more important than making a contribution economically.
- Analyzes how the redefinition of childhood had a big impact on the family. fathers and their children were separated by the long work days and parents had to reconsider how many children to have.
- Explains that the industrial revolution also spurred change in government policy. governments provided more public schooling along with technical schools to enhance the skills of experts.
- Explains that the industrial revolution is rooted in materialism, as was the neolithic revolution. purveying interest in secular culture over religious culture led to religious extremism.
- Explains that the middle class threatened the prestige of the aristocratic society.
- Explains that protest marked the industrial revolution. poor working conditions and low wages resulted in the first strikes, or refusals to work. strike movements eventually became calls for larger organizational movements.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was a time of hardship for the majority of the population. the increase in production and human capital counter-balanced adequately.
- Explains that the industrial revolution was a time period of great change, characterized by advancements in production, but the real revolution occurred in human life.
996 wordsRead More - Historical Analysis of The Industrial Revolutionanalytical essayThe Industrial Revolution was one of the most impactful eras in the history of the world. It changed the way we worked, lived, owned, and generally thought. With advent of economic philosophies like capitalism and communism, the way we worked and lived was written down and itemized, and western civilization was never the same. The concepts of jobs, urbanization, and credit might have allowed the world to progress into a veritable economical ecosystem, defining our modern definition of living, but they also came with an array of downsides and consequences that, in retrospect, painted the time period in which they arrived in an overall negative light. It is with these downsides considered that we must ask ourselves: overall, was The Industrial Revolution a negative or positive change in the way the world works? Through itemizing three key issues and/or breakthroughs that arose in this morally questionable time period, itemizing a progress, problem, and promise that arose from said issue and/or breakthrough, and supporting my reasoning through specific historical details, I hope to bring answers to this often debated issue.
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- Argues that the industrial revolution was one of the most impactful eras in the world's history. it changed the way we worked, lived, owned, and thought.
- Explains that child labor was a price to the expensive and tricky to operate machinery developed at the time.
- Analyzes the impact of the industrial revolution's urbanization movement on the lives of everyone in western civilization.
- Analyzes how the steam engine was the impetus for the biggest movement in western culture, which is an example of progress on its own.
- Concludes that while the industrial revolution had negative initial effects, it all paid off in spades in the long run.
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