Industrial revolution. what caused it

The Industrial Revolution began in England in the 1700's and is defined as the application of power driven machinery to manufacturing. It was a time of dramatic change from hand tools and handmade items that were made at home to, products that were mass produced in factories. There were many inventions that developed during this time that improved communication, travel, and a easier way in providing power for factories better than ever. Before the Industrial …showed first 75 words of 816 total…

…showed last 75 words of 816 total…of Labor. Natural Resources, Labor Supply, and Natural Resources are three reasons the Industrial Revolution began in England in the 1700's. Natural Resources helped England make ports and harbors because it had an irregular coastline. Coal and iron ore helped provide power to the factories and steam engines. Labor Supply provided people to work in the factories and in the mines. And lastly Inventions helped England industrialize faster because it increased travel, communication, and trade.