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The Georgian period was a one of change. There was a new dynasty on the throne and, before long, the very infrastructure of Britain was changing. Agricultural developments were followed by industrial innovation and this, in turn, led to urbanisation and the need for better communications. Britain became the world\'s first modern society.
With these changes came increased population and increased wealth (for some). Politically, the Georgian period was a period of confrontation. This came, initially, at home with the Jacobite rebellions but, as the eighteenth century progressed, the theatres of war expanded and Britain became involved in conflicts with India, her American colonies and continental Europe.
Because of its financial, naval and military strength, the British government tended to prevail.
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