Assesment #1 The Industrial Revolution and Imperialism by Santana Pena

1804-Steam Driven Locomotives

2095831_1 — 2024-01-26 21:18:15 UTC

Steam railways created a faster, durable and cheaper way to transport goods. It also created an increase in good production in places that did not have access to water power. This invention helped us import and export products that brought in more culture, money and jobs for people.

1838-The Coronation of Queen Victoria

2095831_1 — 2024-01-26 21:42:37 UTC

The Coronation of Queen Victoria was so revolutionary because nobody expected for her to have so much success while she was queen. She is often linked with Britain's "Golden Ages" in guiding them to be the most powerful nation, economic progress as well as controlling one quarter of the Earth’s surface, all only at the age of 18.

1819- Dr.Ward's Interview

2095831_1 — 2024-01-26 22:24:39 UTC

The interview of Dr.Ward was eye-opening for people. His interview exposed the factories at the time and how dangerous that job really was, not only for adults but the children that were involved too. Without Dr.Ward's honesty in his interview the truth about the horrible conditions in that work force would have never been revealed to the public.

1635-Japan's Isolation

2095831_1 — 2024-01-31 04:19:12 UTC

Surprisingly isolating did not negatively affect Japan's economy. They gained food security, the agricultural efficiency rose and, technology revolution improved significantly. Due to the isolation they were completely blocked from the majority of the world, including things like global trade and political systems. As a result of this the culture in japan grew greatly.

1858- The British Establish Complete Control Over India

2095831_1 — 2024-01-31 05:02:47 UTC

When India was taken over by the "crown" they were completely vulnerable and taken over. Taking them for their natural resources and setting restrictions that prevented India from being independent.

1867 - The scramble for Africa

2095831_1 — 2024-01-31 05:52:44 UTC

The discovery of diamonds increased the want to colonize Africa, and everyone wanted to be part of it. This started wars between European countries. Which eventually led to rules being set that caused more turmoil. Europeans took advantage of Africa to meet their own selfish needs with no consideration native boundaries. This created conflict that divided indigenous groups and created conflict.