HI109 Lecture Notes - Bolt Action, Maxim Gun, Avail
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The ideological responses of europeans to their problems. The liberation of individuals (from politics, divine right of kings, class identification) Impact of the twin revolutions: liberalism, conservatism, socialism, nationalism. [some believe europeans (through cultural imperialism) they become victimized] American companies (such as coca-cola) become pervasive in european life. Europeans come from agrarian and small shops to large cities and factories. Tense relations between ruled and rulers (e. g. bosses and workers) Countries with large reserves of iron and coal had an advantage. Britain would have the largest navy as a result. Needed imported wheat to feed its citizens due to rapid industrialization. Rapid change from rural to urban industrial living. Industrial development would happen in a similar manner across europe. People would not leave a 5 mile radius their entire lives. Railroads transported large amounts of textiles and produce. Telegraph cables under the ocean could send information very quickly.