The Industrial Revolution and internal migration
I can describe the main changes in industry and transport as a result of the Industrial Revolution, as well as the impact on migration.
The Industrial Revolution and internal migration
I can describe the main changes in industry and transport as a result of the Industrial Revolution, as well as the impact on migration.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- From c. 1750 to 1850, Britain was transformed by the Industrial Revolution.
- The Industrial Revolution led to huge changes in industry, moving from largely agriculture to heavy industry.
- The changes in industry and transport led to a rapid increase in internal migration, but also migration from abroad.
Common misconception
The Industrial Revolution meant that no agricultural work was needed anymore.
The Industrial Revolution led to an increase in demand for workers in heavy industries - however, there was still some work in agricultural industries and so not all rural people migrated into towns.
Keywords
Industrialisation - when a country develops heavy industries (for example, coal, steel) on a huge scale
Urbanisation - the process of making an area more urban
Internal migration - to move from one part of a nation to another
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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