Samuel Slater's Apprenticeship System

Samuel Slater's Apprenticeship System, developed in the late 18th century, was a method for training young workers in the emerging textile industry in the United States. Slater, often called the "Father of the American Industrial Revolution," brought British textile technology to America. His system involved recruiting young boys, often from rural areas, to work in factories. They learned hands-on skills while contributing to production, fostering a skilled workforce. This model not only provided labor for factories but also helped transition the U.S. economy from agrarian to industrial, shaping labor practices for future generations.