Industrial Revolution vs. the Haitian Revolution
DifferencesDevelopment of technology
New sources of energy Industries become main source of income New and improved farming methods Many people move to the cities Factories became common No bloodshed |
SimilaritiesChange in the way society functions
Change in the lifestyles of citizens Change in social classes New ideas in politics Time period Inspired important events around the world |
DifferencesAbolishment of slavery
Gained Independence Thousands of people killed No major changes in economy Change in government |
Thesis: The industrial Revolution is considered to be a revolution because it involved a major change to society and the lifestyles of people as well as sparking new ideas in politics and economy.