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Jethro Tull Invents the Seed Drill
When Jethro Tull invented the seed drill, it had tremendous effects on the world. The seed drill was the first step in the industrialization of farming, and it led to a significant decrease in world hunger. This is because it made more crops take root and therefore provided more food for the people. -
John Kay invents the flying shuttle
When John Kay invented the flying shuttle, it was an extremely important advancement in the textile industry. When the flying shuttle was invented, it was the first step in mechanicizing the textile industry. It made it necessary to invent the spinning jenny and ultimately changed the whole textile industry. This was also the first step in taking weaving and spinning out of homes and into factories. -
James Watt Builds the First Steam Engine
When James Watt invented the steam engine, it would change the world forever. This is because with the steam engine, almost anything could be powered with water from streams or rivers. This included boats, trains, and machines in factories. The invention of the steam engine truly changed transportation and mechanicized many previous inventions. -
Marx and Engels Publish The Communist Manifesto
When Marx and Engels published the Communist Manifesto, it shaped the 20th century. When it was first thought of, the idea of communism was rejected because it was so new and different. However, in the 20th century, communism had spread all over the world and was implemented in many countries, including Russia and China. -
US Civil War ends, US experiences Technological Boom
When the US Civil War ended and the United States experienced a technological boom, it led to industrialization in the United States. This is extremely important because this industrialization is what led to the United States becoming a world power in the 20th century. When the United States began industrialization, it led to a huge change of life in the US. -
Germany becomes dominant industrial power in Europe
When Germany became the dominant industrial power in Europe, it was a very important event in history. This event led to the Ruhr Valley in Germany becoming an extremely important area for Germany. This industrialization also led to better life for the Germans. All in all, the industrialization of Germany was an important event in history. -
British Unions Win Right to Strike
When British unions won the right to strike, it was a crucial event for the rights of workers. This was the first major step in reforms for workers, and led to working conditions in Great Britain ultimately improving. This was an important event because the majority of the British people worked in factories, so this law was incredibly important for most of the British.
