The Industrial Revolution Changed Everyday Life In Europe During The 19th Century

Throughout history there have been political, economic, social, and cultural revolutions. These revolutions have had complex and long lasting impacts on people’s lives. One revolution that has forever changed history is the Industrial Revolution. “The Industrial Revolution was a period from the 18th to the 19th century where major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, and transport had a profound effect on the social, economic, and cultural conditions starting in Britain, then subsequently spreading throughout Europe, North America, and eventually whole world” (Cummingham). The Industrial Revolution influenced every aspect of daily life in Europe during the 19th century.
There are many factors that led to the Industrial Revolution. One factor that led to the Industrial Revolution was the growing population of Europe and North America. “The rapidly growing cities of the industrial revolution world attracted people of all social classes” (Bond). Another factor that led to the Industrial Revolution was the growing demand for textile and other mass-produced goods.
There was both positive and negative effects of the Industrial Revolution. Children where forced to work in factories under horrible working conditions to help support their family. Families had to live in small and crowed rooms because there were so many people moving to Europe and not enough houses. The conditions of the houses that people lived in were horrific. They were very dirty and people got sick often. The Industrial Revolution led to the start of the transportation of goods. Food was able to be transported to different locations and trading could occur. People could travel faster and communication increased. There were many technological advances made due to the Industrial Revolution. Overall, I think the Industrial Revolution truly impacted the lives of European society for the