agricultural revolution enclosures- bought by wealthy land owners small farmers forced to move to...
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Agricultural Revolution Enclosures- bought by wealthy land owners Small farmers forced to move to the cities Seed drill Crop rotation- Plant different crops, some
take nutrients from the soil some put it back Livestock- only let the strong animals get it
on, result larger animals example lamb 18-50 lbs
BIG RESULT- Increase in Crops = Increase in Population
Abundant Natural Resources
Water power & Coal Iron to produce machines Rivers for transportation Harbors to ship goods
This allowed the Industry to Thrive
Political Stability
Though involved in many wars, none took place on English soil
Result stable infrastructure Positive attitude Laws passed to protect businesses
Factors of Production
Land Labor Capital (wealth)
Technology advantages
Flying Shuttle –John Kay-weaving Spinning Jenny- Hargreaves Waterframe- Arkwright Cotton gin- Eli Whitney Steam engine- James Watt Later used for trains & Boats
Entrepreneurs
Organizes Manages, Takes a risk
Railroad boom
Cheap transportation New jobs Travel Seafood