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The Beginnings of Industrialization
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Objectives Explain the beginnings of the industrialization of Britian
Describe key inventions that furthered the industrial revolution Identify transportation improvements Trace the impact of railroads on British industry
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Industrial Revolution Begins in Britain
The Agricultural Revolution Paves the Way The great increase in output of machine-made goods beginning in the mid 1700s in England Enclosure Enables land owners to use new farming methods Forces small farmers to become tenant farmers
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Industrial Revolution Begins in Britain
Rotating Crops Leaving a portion of the land unused or planting less harsh crops to allow the soil to regenerate Breeding on the best Livestock sizes begin to increase
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Industrial Revolution Begins in Britain
Why the Industrial Revolution Began in England Process of developing machine produced goods Industrialization Large population of workers Extensive natural resources Water/ coal power Iron ore Rivers harbors England has Expanding economy Developed banking system Factors of Production The resources needed to produce goods and services
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Inventions Spur Industrialization
Changes in Textile Industry Cotton Flying Shuttle – 1773 Spinning Jenny – 1764 Spinning Mule – 1779 Cotton Gin – 1793 1790 1.5 million pounds 1810 85 million pounds
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Improvements in Transportation
Watt’s Steam Engine 1774 – James Watt Entrepreneur Person who organizes, manages, and takes the risks of a business
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Improvements in Transportation
Water Transportation Road Transportation Steam Boat Clermont – 1809 Canals Better drainage Better paving Easier movement for wagons
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The Railway Age Begins Rocket Steam-Driven Locomotives 1821
1st railroad line The Liverpool-Manchester Railroad Rocket Traveled an amazing 24 MPH Carried 13 tons at that speed
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The Railway Age Begins Spurs Industrial Growth
Railroad Revolutionizes Life in Britain Spurs Industrial Growth Creates new jobs Boosted agricultural and fishing industry Travel is now easier than ever
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