Industrial Revolution Impact
The war with Napoleon drained resources and led to widespread hunger in England, pushing desperate workers into a vulnerable position. As profits dwindled, owners began replacing skilled labor with machines, prioritizing cost over quality. This shift not only sparked the Luddite movement but also marked the beginning of a decline in craftsmanship, as goods became cheaper and less durable, fundamentally altering the landscape of production.In this clip
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