Second Industrial Revolution

The Second Industrial Revolution, occurring roughly from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, was a period of rapid industrial growth and technological advancement, primarily in Europe and North America. It introduced innovations like electricity, the internal combustion engine, and telecommunications, which transformed industries and everyday life. Mass production techniques, notably in factories, allowed for the efficient creation of goods, while advancements in transportation, such as railroads and automobiles, connected markets and people more effectively. This era significantly changed economies, social structures, and lifestyles, laying the groundwork for the modern world we live in today.