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Steam Engines Invented
Steam Engines were invented by Thomas Savery. Boiling water creates steam that powers the engine. It increased western settlement and factory developement. -
Spinning Jenny Invented
The spinning Jenny was created by James Hargreaves and was used to weave cloth and sew clothing. The production of the clothing industry and the need for cotton increased. -
Factory Systems Invented
The factory systems were created by Samuel Slator. Built mostly in New England near water, all the steps of manufacturing were in one place. Job oppurtunities, the clothing industry, and the growth of cities increased. -
Cotton Gin Invented
The cotton gin was invented by Eli Whitney. It was made to clean and pull seeds out of cotton. Though it made the cotton industry's production quicker, it also contributed an increase of slave trade. -
Interchangeable Parts Invented
Interchangeable parts were invented by Eli Whitney and were parts that were exactly alike and had exact specifications. Production and repairs became faster, easier, and cheaper. Skilled labor was less in need. -
National Roads
The national roads begin being built in 1806 by Albert Gallatin. It was built between Maryland and Virginia. It helped people move around easier and create new settlements. -
Steamboats Invented
Steamboats were invented by Thomas Savory. They were boats powered by steam engines instead of water wheels. Transportation became easier and faster and it contributed to western expansion. -
Erie Canals Created
The Erie Canals were invented by John C. Calhoun. New York City and Buffalo are linked by these waterways. Transportation for farm products were opened up in Ohio. The expansion to the west was also made easier. -
Textile Mills Invented
Textile mills were invented by Francis Cabot Lowell where girls lived in boarding homes and worked 12 hour shifts. Young, unmarried women had job oppurtunities and a chance for education. Though it put some workers in danger. -
Steel Plow Invented
John Deere created the Steel Plow. It's lightweight with a steel blade that is sturdy for heavy soils. Plowing farms became easier and that increased production. -
Telegraph Invented
Invented by Samuel Morse, translative tapping codes were used to communicate with the telegraph. It made communication faster and connected the country's regions. -
Transcontinental Railroad Created
The Central Pacific Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad supported it. The Transcontinental Railroad connected the Atlantic and Pacific coast. Goods and people were moving west and it helped improve their transportation.
