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The Industrial Revolution was one of the most profound and impactful events to occur in human history. Taking place during the 1700's and 1800's, the revolution shifted millions of people from their traditionally agrarian lifestyles in the countryside to industrial lifestyles in urban settings. Before the massive factories were set up, most manufacturing was done on a small scale by craftsmen, often at their homes with rudimentary tools and machines. The shift to purpose-built machinery and mass production allowed many countries to greatly expand their wealth and take dominant roles in new industries and the global economy. These are but a few facts about the industrial revolution. From improved transportation systems powered by steam and fossil fuels to faster communication across the ocean to centralized banking in the major metropolises, the Industrial Revolution synthesized and simplified many seemingly disparate areas of life. While many in the upper classes saw their standard of living improve, many of the poor and working classes were thrown into the dingy squalor of overcrowded, unsafe factories and forced to work long overtime by whip-cracking bosses. To find out about what shaped modern-day history and what we have to thank for the automobile, condominiums, and even smartphones, check out this list of 25 Facts About the Industrial Revolution. Follow us on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/list25 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/list25 Website: http://list25.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/list25/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/list25/ Check out the physical list here: http://list25.com/25-facts-about-the-industrial-revolution/ Birthplace of Industrial Revolution Britain's shady dealings Why didn't other countries industrialize first? A yarn-spinner changes history The Anti-Industrialists Metals change the game Rise of fossil fuels Steam starts powering the machines The first steam locomotive America jumps in the game The States dominate cotton Communication improves The banking industry jumps on the wagon Slums spring up Countryside left empty Child labor was rampant Machine smuggling begins Industrialization ends the power of Russian elites Industrialization fosters colonialism Downsides of industrialization Important discoveries First World's Fair America takes over from Britain It may not have been such a revolution after all Industrial Revolution's modern-day impact If you liked our list on the Industrial Revolution check out Alternate History's What if the Industrial Revolution Never Happened?: https://youtu.be/PjYUut5NcTs Music: Industrial Revolution by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100811 Artist: http://incompetech.com/