Industrial Revolution and Its Effects on Communication

The Industrial Revolution began in England about 1750-1760. It is one of the most distinguished turning points in human history. The introduction of new inventions by the scientists such as stream engines, telegraph, telephone, etc. made man’s work easier. The ability to communicate across long distances improved dramatically during the Industrial Revolution. It began with the invention of the electric telegraph by Samuel Morse in 1844. This system allows it to be transmitted much quicker and cheaper than old methods of conveying messages through pigeons, drums, smoke, fire, gestures, sounds, pictures, words, etc. The interaction between people based on communication becomes an essential role in the progress of civilization the present paper discuss the early means of communication and the modern telegram and its benefits to the people and the government.