The Industrial Revolution: Britain's Shift to Manufacturing

Jun 29, 2025

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Explore the transition from an economy centered on farming to one driven by manufacturing in British factories during the Industrial Revolution. Discover why Britain became the epicenter of this transformation and the key factors that fueled its growth, from natural resources like coal and iron to innovations in agriculture and political stability. Learn about the impact of the Factory System and how it revolutionized production processes, leading to significant economic and social changes.

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The Industrial Revolution: Britain's Shift to Manufacturing

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Industrial Revolution
An economy based on farming and handicrafts shifts to an economy based on manufacturing by machines in factories.
Why Britain?Why Now?
Causes:1. expanding Atlantic economy in the British Empire

Natural Conditions were favorable • Coal • Iron • Waterways
Agricultural Revolution • JethroTull • Modern farmer • Seed drill Enclosure system Crop rotation leads to cheaper food and disposable income
Political Conditions • Constitutional Monarchy • Gives country stability • Gives economic growth for nation
Legal Conditions • No internal tariffs • Patents encourage inventions
Factory System • 1770- James Arkwright • One roof • Central source of power • Division of labor