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The Industrial Revolution’s Modern Portrayal
December 3, 2013 | | Comments Off on The Industrial Revolution’s Modern Portrayal
In England, the Industrial Revolution is a huge part of British History. It was during the Industrial Revolution period, that England brought itself out of poverty and became the huge world power that it is today. Therefore, the Industrial Revolution is mentioned a lot not only in education in England, but also in their pop culture.
During the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics, which were held in London, a vast reenactment of the Industrial Revolution was given.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6NBHx80ovY[/youtube]
“The Industrial Revolution was another of those extraordinary jumps forward into the story of civilization”- Stephen Gardiner
Written by: Kellyn Staneart
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