The First Industrial Revolution

New energy sources

New energy sources were created to transform raw materials into goods more quickly.

mechanical clock

The mechanical clock, created in the 13th century, stopped being used only to control the monks 'daily prayers and became part of the essential accessories of individuals.

authors

Some authors argue that the Third Phase of the Industrial Revolution occurred in the second half of the 20th century.

laws

Slowly laws were created to establish minimum ages for child work, because of the exploitation of children, which moved many people with a humanitarian sense.

technological transformations

The technological transformations make possible the expansion of productive forces, the creation of alternative energy sources, and advances in various areas of knowledge.

cotton cloth industry

The cotton cloth industry stood out.

new technology

James Watt started this process by inventing the steam engine. This new technology began to be used in the textile industry and transportation, starting the Age of Machines.

emergence of class society

The Social Problems: The emergence of class society did not solve the problems and tensions caused by social inequalities.

Industrial development

Industrial development established a system of competition in which companies strove to maximize their profits.

old testament society

Social transformations: The old testament society gave way to a class society.

James Watt

All these transformations created a progressive world different from the Old Regime. James Watt started this process by inventing the steam engine.