The location of the first metal forges was significant. The region in which they were located was also significant
The region in which they were located was significant because it allowed them to become a part of a larger trade network that would allow them to sell their product, and because it allowed them to use a lot of low-cost raw materials such as wood, stone and iron ore
In addition, when the first metal forges were built they were located near rivers so they could use water power to drive their machinery. This allowed them to produce goods faster than if they had to wait for an ox or horse to pull the hammer down on an anvil made of stone or iron ore.
why was the location of the first metal forges significant