Assesment #1: The Industrial Revolution and Imperialism by Hailey Letson

1769- Invention of the Water Loom

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The water loom helped the manufacturing of fabric in a very efficient way. It increased weaving speed, leading to higher production rates. The water loom was crucial in the industrial revolution and the advancement of textile manufacturing. The water loom improved fabric quality as well.

1838- Coronation of Queen Victoria

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Queen Victoria played a very important role during the Imperialism period. She reigned as queen for 63 years. During those years Great Britain reached the Golden Age, they were the most powerful nation. Great Britain controlled 1 quarter of the Earth's land. During the Imperialism she was known as “The Empress of India”, she was a strong supporter of Imperialism.

1820- Macadam Roads

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The Macadam Roads were a fundamental invention during the Industrialization period. The roads made traveling and trading much easier and faster. The roads were beneficial during the wet and muddier seasons. Most of the time the wheels of vehicles were trapped in the mud, with the new roads travelers didn't have to worry about that anymore.

1804- Steam Driven Locomotives

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The invention of the locomotive was a very helpful and useful invention. They were powered by wood, coal and oil. It was able to transport goods, and eventually even people. Transporting goods by train was much faster than transporting by a vehicle. Instead of days, it only took hours.

1867-1866- The discovery of Diamonds and Gold in Africa

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The discovery of diamonds and gold caused a lot of commotion between European countries. The discovery increased European interest in colonizing Africa. Every European country wanted all the gold and the diamonds. Many countries that broke out in war over wanted more of Africa.

1858- England Colonizing India

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The colonization of India was very bad for India's economy. England used the Indians for their natural resources. They used them for Fine spices, Tea, coffee, Textiles, and Porcelain. England only allowed India to trade with them, not any other country.