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Start of Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution's specific start date was uncertain.
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First Successful Steam Engine
Thomas Newcomen created the first successful steam engine in 1712. It was an improvement over Thomas Savery's design, this time using a piston. -
Spinning Jenny Invented
James Hargreaves from Britain invents the Spinning Jenny, a machine that makes it easier to spin more yarn into yarn balls. -
Steam Engine Improved
James Watt improves on Thomas Newcome's steam engine, making it produce constant power. This steam engine powers boats, factories, and trains. -
Steam Engine Updated
James Watt updates his steam engine to a reciprocal motion. Transportation and many other things are made easier. -
Cotton Gin Invented
The Cotton Gin is invented by Eli Whitney. This machine separates seed from cotton, making less of a mess, and giving the southern states more profit from crops. There is a large influx of need for slaves down in the south. -
Telegraph Invented
Samuel Morse invents the telegraph, a new way of communication. -
Sewing Machine Invented
Elias Howe invents the sewing machine, a new, quicker way to patch up clothing and sew together cloth. Clothing is now able to be made in large factories. -
Elevator Safety Brake Invented
Elisha Otis adds the elevator safety brake to the preexisting elevators. People are now safer in elevators for large buildings. -
Bessemer Method for Steel Invented
Henry Bessemer invents a new way of processing steel out of iron. This makes it easier and quicker to make steel, leading to increased city and factory growth. -
Dynamite Invented
Alfred Nobel creates dynamite, an explosion whose primary purpose is clearing paths for things like railroads and mines. -
Vaccines Invented
Louis Pasteur invented vaccines to help prevent disease and infection, making people's lives last longer. -
Telephone Patented
Alexander Graham Bell patents the telephone, making communication even easier than it was with the telegram. -
Thomas Edison's Lightbulb Invented
Thomas Edison makes the longest lasting lightbulb, proving that by lighting up a lamp. -
Brooklyn Bridge Opens
After 13 years of construction, the Brooklyn Bridge in New York finally opens. It was the longest suspension bridge of its time.