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    of the French Revolution The French Revolution‚ which started in 1789‚ had a variety of different causes. The social structures of France along with the changing demographics are one of these causes. Lack of power to act by the king along with new “Enlightened” ideas were also causes of the French Revolution. Alone‚ these causes would not have led to revolution. The underlying cause of this revolution was the financial system and debts the French government held to. In the end the French government

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    What the industrial revolution affected to the society? The industrial revolution occurred in United Kingdom and spreaded to USA and Russia. Also in the late 20th century‚ it spreaded to East Asia and Africa. The origin of the revolution was in 18th century of England. This phenomenon was not a sudden change‚ but a progressive innovation of technology which had continued from old times. So‚ we can say all of the scientific technologies and developments are based on this industrial revolution. This

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    used in medical settings today stem from the Medical Revolution. In the 19th century‚ the Industrial Revolution sparked many scientific discoveries and inventions that altered working conditions‚ infectious diseases such as smallpox‚ typhus‚ and tuberculosis accompanied these improvements. Scientists rushed to learn more about these diseases and how they could resolve this problem‚ which meant new technology needed to be developed. Eventually‚ this led to a period of new theories and scientific advances

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    Before a revolution over the Absolutist State happened‚ it had to be conceivable. The Age of the Enlightenment saw cultural and intellectual forces emphasize reason‚ logic‚ analysis and individualism‚ changing the perspective of traditional medieval society. It fostered the critique of society and institutions‚ especially of despotism and the Church‚ laying the foundations for a new order. The French Revolution is a movement that is very widely studied amongst historians. It therefore has many interpretations

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    A revolution is the bringing of a new start. Like many other revolutions throughout the years‚ the American Revolution is the perfect example of the bringing of new changes. Effects a revolution can have not only on the people‚ but society as well‚ can be detrimental. The British government went into debt after helping the US fight for land. In order to pay for its significant expenditures during the Revolution‚ The Continental Congress had no choose but to accept loans from France. Other effects

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    different‚ and hence each individual ’s path to enlightenment is unique. For this reason‚ Buddhists acknowledge that they must take inspiration from a variety of sources to complete their individual journey to Nirvana. Belief in the concept of enlightenment is therefore important within Buddhism with different branches and schools giving varying emphasis to the many teachings of Buddha and his close followers‚ while some believe in Bodhisattvas‚ from whom they take motivation‚ all believe in shaping

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    paige bieber Mrs. Kanick Global 10 18 October 2012 Causes of the French Revolution The French Revolution was a key event in the history of France. This revolution consisted of the king known as King Louis XVI‚ wealthy nobles‚ peasants‚ and the middle class known as the bourgeoisie. France during the old regime was split up into different classes called estates. The peasants and bourgeoisie were put into a group called the third estate. The second estate was made up of rich nobles. Then

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    From 1933 to 1939 Hitler aimed to achieve a "social revolution" in Germany. He aimed to achieve such social policies within the Youth and Women but particularly through his concept of volksgemeinschaft‚ meaning ’people’s community‚’ he hoped to transform Germany into a strong country based on traditional peasant values." David Schoenbaum has argued that Hitler’s "social revolution" was a fake‚ and perceived as being real‚ due to the influence of Hitler’s propaganda. Hitler effectively aimed to unify

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    The Industrial Revolution was a movement from handwork to powered machinery and industry that lasted from 1760 to 1840. It began in Great Britain due to the Agricultural Revolution‚ the Enclosure Movement‚ an available supply of capital and natural resources‚ and the nation’s supply of markets. The Agricultural Revolution increased farmland‚ improved techniques‚ and new crops allowed more people to be fed at a lower cost with less labor. The growing population was forced to migrate to the cities

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    DBQ Essay: What were the major causes of the French Revolution? (Discuss three.) The major cause of the French Revolution was the disputes between the different types of social classes in French society. The French Revolution of 1789-1799 was one of the most important events in the history of the world. The Revolution led to many changes in France‚ which at the time of the Revolution was the most powerful state in Europe. The Revolution led to the development of new political forces such as democracy

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