Description
Advances in technology have allowed people to travel farther, explore more territory, and expand their influence. In ancient times, tools such as foot coverings, skis, and snowshoes lengthened the distances that could be traveled. Throughout history, inventions and discoveries have been applied to transport problems, decreasing time spent while increasing the amount of goods that could be moved. This lecture will follow the transportation timeline, the innovations that made travel faster and easier, and identify innovators responsible for creating the means to bring about social, economic. and cultural change.
