How Industrial Capitalism Sparked the Socialist Movement

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In this installment of Crash Course World History, John Green explores the complex and often intertwined histories of capitalism and socialism. The video traces the evolution of economic systems from mercantile capitalism—focused on trade and joint stock companies—to the transformative power of industrial capitalism. It explains how agricultural improvements, political changes in Britain, and a shift in cultural values regarding risk and consumption paved the way for the Industrial Revolution.