Industrialization

Learn about the period of Industrialization when many countries around the world moved from primarily manual labor to gradually introducing machines, assembly lines, and engine-driven machines, producing a huge boom in human productivity and increases in the quality of life.

What is Industrialization?

Industrialization is a historical process that began in the 18th century and continues to this day. It is characterized by the increased use of technology in manufacturing and production, as well as the increased use of new energy sources, such as coal and oil. The industrial revolution began in Great Britain, and from there spread to Europe and the United States. The process of industrialization has had a profound impact on social, economic, and cultural life around the world.