WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Although it eventually had a huge impact on Britain, the Industrial Revolution started in America.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The American Industrial Revolution, sometimes referred to as the Second Industrial Revolution, began in the 1870s and continued through World War II. The era saw the mechanization of agriculture and manufacturing and the introduction of new modes of transportation including steamships, the automobile, and airplanes.

Detailed explanation-2: -The War of 1812 led to a British blockade of the United States eastern coastline, which brought shipping and fishing to a halt. Cut off from the sea, Americans began focuses more heavily on manufacturing in order to make money and create the goods they couldn’t get through trade.

Detailed explanation-3: -The start of the US Industrial Revolution is often dated to 1793, when the first water-powered, roller-spinning textile mill opened in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Industrial Revolution in American transformed transportation and factory life. In the 19th century, the United States used the steam engine to power boats and ships to transport manufactured goods. Once the railroad industry grew, that steam power was used for the steam locomotive and improved transportation.

Detailed explanation-5: -The 18th century saw the emergence of the ‘Industrial Revolution’, the great age of steam, canals and factories that changed the face of the British economy forever.

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