How Did The Industrial Revolution Change American Society

In the Industrial Revolution, the American economy changed from farming to industry, probably the biggest change in history. Mass production, equipment, the development of steam power (and electricity), and a major shift in the manufacturing of commodities were all caused by this transition. “Factory owners would produce some of the products, like patterns for shoes, and then farm the finishing out to people working in their houses. Eventually, they realized that it would be more efficient to gather the workers together in one place, although the older, "putting-out system" continued in some industries, especially in big cities.”(Nerdfighteria.info). This shift brought about a number of important changes in society, including an increase of