Industrial Revolution 5

A report concerning critical thinking and the Industrial Revolution. The 18th century brought about many changes to European countries. Advancements in science, technology and engineering brought about an improvement in living conditions to the widespread area. The improved living conditions induced an increase of population by the millions. From 1750-1800, the English population grew from 6 to 9 million and the French population grew from 19 to an enormous increase of 26 million. Stricter sanitation came about decreasing the …

…of the Industrial Revolution, the advancements made were thought to be great feats that only bettered the Europeans way of life. Reality proves, though, that the advancements often came with consequences. A factory worker’s general well-being was challenged by the long hours worked in conditions confirmed to be hazardous to one’s health. At the time, all was good, but years later the effects of the toils are still felt in today’s society.