What two factors led to the industrial revolution beginning in Great Britain?

Answer 1

Having a colonial source for raw materials.

British laws protecting investment and property.

Abundant Natural Resources in Britain.

The harnessing of water power and the inventions of the steam engine and railroad transportation were the main roots of industrialization.

Answer 2

First, shipping goods by sea was far cheaper than land transport (which was always by animal power over unpaved and dangerous roads). England was crisscrossed with bays, rivers, and canals so that no part of the country was more than 20 miles from water. This geography meant that it would be cheap for farmers and merchants all across the country to sell and buy food and goods. Therefore, more people in England were easily connected by trade than in other European nations.

Geography further helped England by providing large reserves of iron ores and coal underground. Coal was the resource which fueled the Industrial Revolution, and iron proved to be the ideal material. Strong and versatile, iron was useful for making everything from coal furnaces to steam engines.Agricultural innovations were another important factor. English farmers quickly adopted new farming practices pioneered in the Netherlands. These practices more than doubled the amount of food a single farmer could grow. This agricultural revolution allowed farmers to feed more people. This meant more people were freed up to work in other industries besides farming. The agricultural revolution consisted of innovations such as: crop rotation, variety, intensive use of manure for fertilizer, and new technology.

Answer 3

Acceptance of social mobility, the presence of wealthy investors, and government support for international trade.

Answer 4

The enterprise, interlect and character of the British people. The form of government of the country. The natural resources of the country and Britain's seafaring location.

Answer 5

like a jellyfish