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AP World History: Modern
Unit 5 – Revolutions (1750-1900)
Topic 5.4
What was a key difference between the industrial revolution in England and that in Russia?
Russia experienced an economic boom as a result of its industrial activities while England suffered from increased poverty levels.
In contrast to English mechanized farming practices, Russian agriculture remained largely traditional throughout this period despite their industrial progress.
The Russian revolution focused solely on textile manufacturing while England diversified into various sectors including coal mining, shipbuilding and steel production.
The English revolution was driven by private industries, whereas Russia's was state-controlled.
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AP World History: Modern - 5.4 Industrialization Spreads, 1750 to 1900
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