The document summarizes key aspects of the American Industrial Revolution from 1791-1860. It discusses major inventors and inventions that drove the shift from an agricultural to manufacturing economy. These included Samuel Slater establishing the first successful cotton spinning factory, Eli Whitney inventing the cotton gin and interchangeable parts, and Howe and Singer inventing the sewing machine. The Industrial Revolution moved many manufacturing tasks to factories, increased production speeds, and helped the Union win the Civil War due to its industrial advantages over the South.

1. American Industrial Revolution Gavin