The development of the steam engine was the tool that propelled the country into the industrial revolution. With the recent invention and trials of the steam locomotive, many industrious engineers proposed railways as the viable solution. Additionally, it was prevalent that there was a need to reach rural and remote areas of the country, in order to ship crops and other goods. This rise in industry saw a need to transport goods quicker and more efficiently than the then current canal and carriage routes. Thus, the railways played a major role in the advancement of both the economy, and lifestyle.ĭuring the industrial revolution, many new industries began to arise throughout the country, moreover, existing industries such as textiles and coal began to grow and thrive.
Additionally, back home in Britain, the country’s agriculture and steel industries were beginning to prosper. In addition to the industrial revolution, British imperialism was prevalent throughout the 19th and early 20th, as they occupied various territories throughout the globe. It marked the beginning of the country’s industrial revolution, and changed the way people lived worldwide. During this time, Britain had just emerged victorious from the Napoleonic wars, increasing positive viewpoints of Britain across the globe.
The Victorian Era was one of great advancement in Britain.
