developments (Lewis 2014:v). The late 20th century, for instance, was marked by the collapse of the Soviet Union and the invention of the Internet, but its most defining “bursts” came by way of the World Wars. In fact, decisions made in the postwar period set the “framework for international economic cooperation (as well as the United Nations for political cooperation) in which there would be international
globalization in the 20th century saw innovations in communication and transportation, the freer flow of capital, and reduction of trade tariffs. By the 20th century, transoceanic transportation had become affordable, allowing goods and materials to move more freely in larger quantities than ever before and laying the foundation for a global trade network. In 1947, twenty-three nations took part in creating the General Agreement
goods were being created and circulated throughout the country. This period was considered a “Consumer Goods Revolution” as it improved the quality of industrialization, urbanization, and technology *(Dockswell). Consumer goods—such as movies, cars, radios, and cameras—were
Despite what it may seem, technology has not replaced labor but improved task efficiency and provided workers the time to focus on other tasks. Over the course of history, the adoption of new technology has created jobs, increased productivity, raised earnings, and increased the demand for skilled labor. History of Automation Over the course
during the greater part of the 19th century focus on miasma, which basically attributes to the environmental factors from the foul stench stemming from the soil, water and air. These elements were believed to have demonstrated the morbidity and mortality in the city slums of England, France, Germany, Scandinavia and even in the United States. The second era is revolved on infectious diseases towards the late 19th century through the first half of the 20th century. During this period, the germ theory
past once lived. In contemporary times technology has advanced at such a rapid rate that items which had been modern less than a century ago are now mainly obsolete. One such device that can now be considered a cultural artifact is the payphone. Beginning in the early 20th century when these phones first emerged, people across the United States found themselves relying on payphones to communicate with others while away from home. The implementation
The time period that moved America from the late 1800’s to the 1900’s was a very notable moment in American history. This time period was basically a big “technological revolution” to the daily American life, due to many inventions and advances in technology. “Consumers” became an increasingly popular term due to the steadily increasing access of new inventions that the population would benefit and craze over. From the car to things like radio and television, people’s lives would change for the better
Tesla remains one of the most mystical and dramatic figures of engineering. His discoveries to a large extent shaped the power of technology which changed the world in the 20th century. Tesla’s thoughts and ideas laid the background of industrial revolution and it would not be an exaggeration to state that Tesla was the Superman of engineering in the previous century. What is more impressive, Tesla’s papers and records contained more discoveries, some of them are not fully understood or utilized
America prides itself on its amazing technological advancements and continuously moving progression. It seems like everyday scientific and technological knowledge are increasing and going above and beyond in the United States. This growth is driven by innovation. Innovation is not a new concept for this country. From the very beginning we have pushed ourselves to be better than the rest in everything we do, always trying to make improvements. Harry S. Truman, the 33rd president of the United States
predominant beverages. In his book, “A History of the World in 6 Glasses”, Standage took his readers on a tour of the past, for a period ranging from the time when the humans on the earth started living settled life with the advent of agriculture to the 20th century. This is an interesting book which teaches important historical events with the history of development of everyday drinks and their growing popularity with time. The book starts with advent of beer in Mesopotamia and ends with advent of Coca-Cola