The second industrial revolution was a period of extremely rapid development of industries from 1850-1914 mostly concentrated in Europe but also reaching other parts of the world such as North America and Japan. This leap forward was fueled by various key factors, each playing a vital role in the advancements achieved through out the revolution. Steel, electricity, and chemicals were the main areas largely effected and focused on during the revolution. The products of those fields would provide many benefits to everyday life in Europe. Populations for the most part were on a constant incline, steadily creating larger countries and cities. Many of the luxuries we enjoy in todays life such as health care, consistent food production, and public …show more content…
Infrastructure was improved in most cities and sewage systems began to be implemented. This is a great example of how public hygiene was a focus during the revolution. Chemical advancements produced things such as soaps and cleaning products to keep household life free of filth and disease. Communication between citizens and countries alike underwent rapid development. Cities grew larger and transportation more efficient allowing information and general goods to be delivered faster than ever before. Never had the common person been able to stay updated on world and local events. A more populated and informed public led to a better and faster paced economy. Factories produced faster and in larger quantity than ever before, and this led to public access to higher quality and even items formerly reserved for the rich. With jobs readily available and profit margins through the roof the working class had more money than ever and were able to afford these commodities. General and convenience stores were taking advantage of this and advertising became a very important component of the industrial world. The downsides of this rapid-fire economy showed through the working mans long hours and poor conditions. Labor Unions began to become increasingly popular and this led to many small but successful steps in improving workers