The Rise of Capitalism and the Industrial Revolution
Read MoreIn 1792, he joined the French revolutionary army, and years later, formed the American Grand Lodge. His ideals of independence were accompanied by a project to form a large American state in the hands of a descendant of the Incas. He was one of those most responsible for Venezuela’s independence. He died in prison in Cadiz after having devoted his life to the revolutionary cause.
Mariano Moreno received his doctorate in law from Chuquisaca. Returning to Buenos Aires, he practiced law and was an
Colonial Expansion of Industrial Powers in the 19th and 20th Centuries
**Colonial Expansion of Industrial Powers**
**Reasons for Imperialism**
The reasons for imperialism were varied, including the need to involve the whole planet in its production system, along with political, cultural, scientific, and psychological interests. The main ones were:
- Demographic: Demographic pressure in Europe, as a result of population growth in the 19th century, generated migration to other continents.
- Economic: High levels of production and consumption during the second half of the 19th
Industrial Evolution in Spain: Past, Present, and Future
1. The Historical Evolution of the Industry
Spain experienced a late industrialization in relation to the advanced countries of Europe.
1.1 Industrialization Until the Early Twentieth Century
Several factors explain the late incorporation into the Spanish industrialization process:
- An important technological backwardness compared to other European countries.
- The shortage of funds caused by a bourgeoisie that did not commit to the industrializing process.
- Need for foreign capital to supplement the limited
Service Sector: Impact on Society and Economy in Spain
Service Sector: Impact on Society and Economy
Heterogeneity and Territorial Distribution of Services
1.1 The Tertiary or Service Sector
The tertiary or service sector comprises a set of features designed to meet the needs and demands of society.
Features:
- Intangible and immaterial activities: Valued benefits, such as medical or consulting services.
- Impossible to store: Services are consumed when needed or required.
- Diverse: Public administration, financial services, commercial, cultural and leisure, health,
Globalization and Development: Impact on World Population
Globalization’s Impact on the World
The Process of Globalization
Globalization envisions a world without borders, characterized by the worldwide spread of cultural and social patterns and a growing interdependence among countries. However, this does not significantly affect legal population movements on a planetary level. The mechanisms of globalization often favor the richest countries while harming poor and developing nations. Factors driving this ongoing globalization include:
- Progress in communications
Spain’s Economy: Agriculture, Industry, Energy, and Tourism
Agriculture in Spain
The primary sector in Spain has traditionally been the most important part of the Spanish economy. However, since the mid-twentieth century, following the development of industry and services, it has declined in economic importance.
Main Crops
- Cereals: Barley, wheat, and maize are prominent. The communities that stand out for their production are Castilla y León, Castilla-La Mancha, and Aragon.
- Olives and Vines: The central area is composed of olive-producing provinces like Jaén