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Development Of The Factory
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Technology Advances
As America is growing, just like any other country, the residents are in dire need of technological advances. -
James Watt?
James Watt is without a doubt, one of the most inspiring inventors in the 18th century. Watt changed the idea of re-heating & cooling the steam engine, to a more basic condenser. Eventually, this discovery lead to a more powerful, & more efficient machine. -
Population
Growth in the United States leads to a population to a total of 5.7 Americans -
Canals
As the ground development was breaking way, another great discovery was under research. The creation of a so-called "water type transportation" would allow ships to supply greater amounts of goods & supplies. This would also lead to further production with the land factories. -
The Role Of Iron
Iron rapidly became the standard material for purposes for which it had discussed as unusable at first, soon the first iron bridge was carried over the Severn in 1779. -
Upper class and Middle Class
During the development of the factory, the residence of the United States was split into sub-categories. Theses categorire consisted of the wealthy, (upper) & the mediocre working man (middle). -
Telegraph
British inventor William Sturgeon revealed an invention that laid the foundations for a large scale evolution in electronic communications. -
19th century protests
Workers in the factory industry begin to protest & riot for higher pay and more bonuses. The work field begins to multiply in size. Unions begin to form. -
Population
Population in the United States increases to 16.6 million residents. Thats over 3x more than 100 years ago. -
Child Labor
Working Men’s Party proposes banning the employment of children under the age of 14. Since child labor had begun, ages 6 & up were thrown into the workfield.
