Industrial Revolution In Europe Flashcards
What is the Industrial Revolution?
18th - 19th centuries
Rapid industrialization
Technological advancements
Started in Great Britain
Marked transition from manual to machine-based manufacturing
Factories came up
Use of machinery
Key Innovations of the Industrial Revolution?
Steam Engine
Textile Machinery
Iron+ Steel Production Techniques
Factors behind the emergence of the Industrial Revolution ?
Technological Advancements
Access to Natural Resources
Expansion of Trade and Colonialism
Population Growth
Capital and Investment
Scientific and Intellectual Developments
Political Stability and Legal Frameworks
Cheap Labor
Transportation and Infrastructure Development
Economic Competition+ Market Forces
Impact of Industrial Revolution?
Economic Growth - profits to merchants
Technological advancements
Labor shift
Urbanization
Global impact through colonialism
Environmental impact - deforestation+ pollution
Infrastructure impact (rail roads)
Political and Ideological Shifts - capitalism
Increased productivity
Social Changes - middle class
Positive Impacts of Industrial Revolution?
Economic Growth
Technological Advancements
Urbanization
Improved Living Conditions
Social Mobility
Global Impact
Infrastructure Development
Negative Impacts of Industry Revolution?
Environmental Degradation
Exploitation of Workers
Social Inequalities
Public Health Challenges
Child Labor
Displacement of Traditional Industries
Loss of Craftsmanship and Artistry
Global Inequalities
Cultural Disruption