AP World History: Modern / Unit 5: Revolutions (c. 1750–1900)
5.6 Industrialization: Government's Role from 1750 to 1900
Notes
Governments promoted industry: Japan's Meiji leaders, Russia's state-built railroads, Egypt's Muhammad Ali (cotton and factories), tariffs and infrastructure in the US and Europe.
Practice
Muhammad Ali of Egypt tried to modernize by:
State-led industry.
The Meiji government in Japan:
Rich country, strong army.
Governments often promoted industry with:
Support.
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