Who Were The Luddites? And Why Did They Hate Technology?

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Go to https://surfshark.com/wellinever for 4 extra months of Surfshark The Luddite movement (1811–1816) was a worker-led uprising in England protesting industrialization's impact on jobs and wages. Skilled textile workers, fearing unemployment due to mechanized looms and knitting frames, targeted factories and destroyed machinery. The Luddites sought fair wages and labor rights, not the end of technology, contrary to modern misconceptions. Government crackdowns, including military intervention and harsh penalties, eventually suppressed the movement. Today, "Luddite" often refers to resistance to technological change, but the original Luddites symbolize labor struggles in the face of disruptive innovation. This historical movement remains significant for understanding the challenges of automation and its impact on workers. Become a Channel Member ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWCFthsYZHoPDIssCiD-mVQ/join Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/wellineverofficial Twitter ► https://twitter.com/WellINeverShow Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/wellinever