Where did the Liverpool accent come from?

The Liverpool accent is a regional dialect of English that originated in the city of Liverpool, England, and is spoken in the surrounding area of Merseyside. It is notable for its distinctive pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar. The accent is thought to have developed from a variety of influences, including the city's history as a major port and the merging of different dialects spoken by immigrants who came to Liverpool during the Industrial Revolution. The Liverpool accent is also heavily influenced by the local Scouse dialect, which is a mix of English and Irish dialects.