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- Born Feb. 12, 1809
- Naturalist, Geologist, and Biologist
- Conducted studies on finches in the Galapagos Islands
- Wrote the most accepted idea of evolution in,
On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection
- His ideas directly challenged the church and ways of God

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- Series of wars between Napoleonic France and shifting alliance of other European powers. (Especially Great Britain)
- Lasted 16 years, ending in with Battle of Waterloo in 1815
- Resulted in French Revolution
- Put most European economies in deep turmoil

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The first railroad, and steam locomotive were constructed by George Stephenson in 1814. The first successful run on the railroads was in 1825. This helped the transportation of goods.

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James Watt improved and patented the steam engine in 1769. This helped improve upon the steam locomotive and steam boat.

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- Took place from 1500's to 1807
- Slavery itself was abolished in 1833 by the Slavery Abolition Act.

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- First international exhibition for manufactured products
- Highly influential bout that helped international relations and tourism.
- Held in Crystal Palace
- 135' cast-iron and plate glass building built specifically for holding Great Exhibition.

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- Born in 1781, in England,
- Father of Railways
- Showed great 'thirst' for innovation
- Created first steam locomotives

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- Born in 1812, England
- Writer and critic, best novelist of the Victorian Era
- Wrote: Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, A Tale of Two Cities, and Great Expectations
"But death, fires, and burglary, make all men equals" - Oliver Twist, Charles Dickens

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The industrial revolution took place in Europe from the 1820's to the 1840's. This was a time when many technological advancements were coming forward in many aspects of life. This was especially true for transportation, manufacturing, and medicine.

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- "Vive la révolution"
- Period with lots of political tension and turmoil. (Country was falling into bankruptcy)
- Middle/Lower class (Majority of population) was against monarchy
- King of France was guillotined
- Resulted in citizens declaring war on all European monarchies

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The French Revolution: Crash Course World History #29

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Queen Victoria ruled England from 1837 to 1901. It was a long period known as the Victorian Age in which many advances in technology, engineering and science took place.

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- Queen of England from June 20th, 1837 to January 22nd, 1901 (started ruling at the age of 18)
- Victorian Era is named after her
- Reigned after her uncle: George IV
- Had 9 Children with Prince Albert
- Born May 24th, 1819
- One of the most liked queens
- Greatly expanded British territory