England in 1780s
England in 1780s was going through a massive period of change known as The Industrial Revolution. In the 1770s the discovery of steam power created new industries in the cities of England. People left country areas to find work in the new factories using steam power and cities became overcrowded, dirty, and with an increase in crime, unsafe. Harsh punishments were handed to criminals for their crimes and these included transportation. Learn more about this period in England by clicking on the pages below.
The Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution
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Living and Working Conditions
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Conditions
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How did people live in England before the Industrial Revolution?
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Which industries began the first changes of the Industrial Revolution?
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Who invented the steam engine? Why was this important?
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What diseases were spread due to the dirty conditions in England?
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What was coal used for and why was it a problem?
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What was wrong with the water? Why did it kill people?
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