Industrial Revolution

By Kendra Vavroch
  • May 15, 1563

    Stocking Frame

    Stocking Frame
    William Lee created a mechanical device for knitting stockings.

  • Mechanical Sower

    Mechanical Sower
    Jethro tull permits large scale planting in rows, for easier cultivation.

  • Cotton Gin

    Made the separation of cotton seeds from fiber much faster.

  • First national road

    Interstate 40. Cumberland Road. It was made possible by the steam engine.

  • Steel Plow

    Steel Plow
    This allowed quicker and easier to harvest crops.

  • Telegraph

    Samuel F. Morse created the telegraph. People were able to communicate easier and faster.

  • Sewing Machine

    Made manufacturing clothing possible. Clothing began to be made in factories rather than at home.

  • Transcontinental railroad

    People were able to transport raw materials to factories and markets.