Reasons why the industrial revolution began
. the industrial revolution began in g.b. because social ,political and legal conditions were particularly favourable to change. britain was in quite a unique position. at that time, it was the only country in the world that had all the right ingredients in place for industrial growth to take off. firstly and most importantly, there was a rising population. between 1751 and 1851, the population of britain had more than doubled. this created a demand for goods, which in turn stimulated growth and provided a labour force. population growth was not unique to britain at that time, but it was the country in the best position to meet its demands. britain had ready access to all the raw materials it required, such as wood for charcoal, coal, iron ore, wool, and cotton .britain was also at war with france this in itself created an extra demand for goods, but it also taught britain to be self-sufficient. cut off from the rest of europe by napole...