Question

Compare the industrialisation in Germany and France. Identify similarities and differences.

Answer 1

Till 19th century the industrialisation revolution of France and Germany is very similar to each other.

But in 20th century differences are seen between them in the speed of industrialisation.

By the end of 19th century in France many workers employed outside of industry.

But Germany sees its 2nd industrialisation revolution in 19th century itself.

Answer 2

Answer:

similarities:

• Germany and France lacked colonial resources.
• in both the countries industrialisation received a boost by the introduction of railways in 1830s.
• railway stimulated trade, communication and economic growth.

differences:

Germany:

• German industrialisation was greatly facilitated by the German government.
• the needed heavy capital investment was received from large banks.
• market facilities were provided on large scale.
• Germany gained back her coal mines.
• the industrial units where very large.

France:

• France, in contrast, was slow in industrializing.
• France did not develop banks which could mobilize large amount of capital and lend them to industrialist.
• market facilities were provided after 1860.
• France lost her coal mines to Germany.
• the units were run at homes only.

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