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Where Did The Industrial Revolution Start Birmingham?

Engine Room. Birmingham was the UK centre for metalwork from the 16th century, and it was here that Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) transformed the family “toy” (as in buckles) business into a highly successful “manufactory” by bringing all aspects of production under one roof. Did the Industrial Revolution start in Birmingham? By the 18th century Birmingham …

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